Founders and Faculty Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT

Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT

Christine Stewart

Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child.

Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy.

Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.

Courses Instructed by Christine Stewart

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    Pacific Time Day 1 8:00am - 4:45pm / Day 2 8:00am - 4:15pm
    

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    • Description
    • Schedule
    • Objectives
    • Remote Course Info
    • Instructors
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $475
    Experience Level: Beginner
    Contact Hours: 16.75    		

    
    

    

    

    This two-day course is designed for the clinician that wants to understand the multitude of changes that are experienced in the menopause transition and how they affect the aging process. According to the North American Menopausal Society, by the year 2025, 1.5 billion people will be in menopause worldwide. Despite the large population in this transition, health care providers are often unsure of how to treat patients experiencing menopause (Kling 2019). 
    

    As clinicians, this is an excellent opportunity to understand the physiological consequences to the body as hormones decline, in order to assist our patients in lifestyle habits for successful aging. Topics will include cardiovascular changes, metabolic syndrome, bone loss and sarcopenia, neurological changes (headache, brain fog, sleeplessness), Alzheimer’s risk, and urogenital changes. Symptoms and treatment options will also be discussed, including hormone replacement, non-hormonal options, dietary choices and exercise considerations. Upon completion of this course, participants will have a basic understanding of the hormonal changes during menopause, the impact on various health systems and interventions that can assist with improving this transition. .
    

    There will be pre-recorded lectures that must be completed prior to course start. A yoga mat, foam roller and your participation are encouraged throughout the weekend.
    

    Pre-requisites
    
A basic knowledge of pelvic floor anatomy and examination is desired but not required. This course was written as an overview of the menopausal transition. Internal techniques will be discussed but not practiced in lab. All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
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Before Day One
    
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These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 3.25 hours

    
1) Introduction & Endocrine System (61 min)
    
2) Menopause, the Thyroid and the Immune System (38 min)
    
3) The Heart (21 min)
    
4) Bone Physiology (19 min)
    
5) Interview with Dr. Staecker (56 min)

    

    
    		


    
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Day One
    
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7:30 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
8:00 am PST - Course begins / Introduction
    
8:30 - Review / Questions / Hormones 101
    
9:45 - Break
    
10:00 - The Ovulatory Cycle
    
11:15 - Case study #1 / Ovulatory Cycle
    
12:00 - Hormone Replacement and BCA
    
12:45 - Lunch
    
1:30 - Heart Lecture
    
2:15 - Quiz
    
2:45 - Break
    
3:00 - Bone lecture
    
3:45 - Brain lecture
    
4:15 - Questions
    
4:30 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
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Day Two
    
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7:30 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
8:00 am PST - Course begins / Brain lecture part 2
    
8:30 - Breathing / Meditation
    
9:15 - Hormone therapy
    
10:15 - Case study #2
    
10:45 - Break
    
11:00 - GSM lecture
    
12:15 - Lunch
    
12:45 - Quiz
    
1:00 - Nutrition
    
2:00 - Exercise
    
2:45 - Case study #3
    
3:15 - Resources / Questions
    
3:45 - Adjourn
    

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

     1. Describe basic endocrine function and how this relates to the menstrual cycle
     2. Discuss changes that can occur with aging hormonal fluctuations in the thyroid and the immune response
     3. Describe the various hormonal fluctuations of the menstrual cycle in pre-menopause, peri-menopause and menopause and how these fluctuations can affect mood and sleep
     4. List the sex hormones in the body and some of the rolls they play in physiology
     5. Define and describe absolute versus relative risk and when interpreting research on menopausal treatments and breast cancer
    6. Describe metabolic syndrome and how estrogen effects heart disease during the menopause transition
    7. Discuss basic bone physiology changes during peri-menopause and factors that lead to bone loss during the aging process
    8. Discuss the role of decreasing estrogen, stress and sleep on brain function as well as Alzheimer’s risk in peri/menopause.
    9. Describe the different options of hormone replacement and alternative treatments in managing menopausal symptoms
    10. List the different aspects of genitourinary syndrome of menopause and how this effects both sexual and urinary function. Detail behavioral and topical options for treatment.
    11. Discuss the importance of exercise, balance and strength training in all aspects of health. List common examples of exercise prescription addressing these three criteria.
    12. Describe the importance making good dietary choices during the menopause transition and how this can impact long term health
    

     
    Attending a remote course is easy and safe, and you can do it entirely from the security and comfort of your own home or clinic without having to find a lab partner.
    

     
    

    Important thing to note:
    

    - Our policy for applying for continuing education credit for remote courses differs from that of our in-person and satellite lab courses. Read the specific language of the policy here. Depending on the state in which you practice, you may need to submit your own application to your state board or approving body should you wish that it be approved for continuing education credit in your state.
    

    - To attend a remote Herman & Wallace course, registrants will need Zoom video conferencing software. This is a requirement. One can create an account and download the software to their computer at https://zoom.us/
    

    - We use the Pacific Time Zone for all of our remote course start and end times (this is not the case for in-person and satellite lab locations). Please make a note of this and set your calendar accordingly.
    

    - A Zoom account is free to create. Before the meeting, we recommend having a practice Zoom session with a friend or colleague so you can test your microphone, video, and internet connection. You can participate in any remote course from the comfort of your home, but will need a stable internet connection in order to participate. We recommend downloading the software and practicing a call with a friend or colleague prior to your course with us. Zoom also offers video tutorials on their website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-Video-Tutorials.
    

    - Still have questions about Remote Courses? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions on Remote Courses
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    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    

    

    Referral Credit/Discount
    Any therapist who has already taken a Herman & Wallace course will earn a $50.00 "referral credit" if:
    

    1. A therapist who has never taken a Herman & Wallace course successfully registers for his or her first course(s); AND
    2. In the registration process, the first-time registrant gives the name and clinic/hospital of the therapist who referred them to Herman & Wallace.
    

    A therapist who has earned a $50.00 "referral credit" may use this credit toward any course that is eligible for a "referral discount".
    

    

    Guest Blogger Credit/Discount
    Any therapist who completes a qualifying guest blog post on the Herman & Wallace blog will earn a $50.00 "guest blogger credit". This credit may be applied toward any course.
    

    

    


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    Experience Level: Beginner
    Contact Hours: 16.75    		

    
    

    

    

    This two-day course is designed for the clinician that wants to understand the multitude of changes that are experienced in the menopause transition and how they affect the aging process. According to the North American Menopausal Society, by the year 2025, 1.5 billion people will be in menopause worldwide. Despite the large population in this transition, health care providers are often unsure of how to treat patients experiencing menopause (Kling 2019). 
    

    As clinicians, this is an excellent opportunity to understand the physiological consequences to the body as hormones decline, in order to assist our patients in lifestyle habits for successful aging. Topics will include cardiovascular changes, metabolic syndrome, bone loss and sarcopenia, neurological changes (headache, brain fog, sleeplessness), Alzheimer’s risk, and urogenital changes. Symptoms and treatment options will also be discussed, including hormone replacement, non-hormonal options, dietary choices and exercise considerations. Upon completion of this course, participants will have a basic understanding of the hormonal changes during menopause, the impact on various health systems and interventions that can assist with improving this transition. .
    

    There will be pre-recorded lectures that must be completed prior to course start. A yoga mat, foam roller and your participation are encouraged throughout the weekend.
    

    Pre-requisites
    
A basic knowledge of pelvic floor anatomy and examination is desired but not required. This course was written as an overview of the menopausal transition. Internal techniques will be discussed but not practiced in lab. All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
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Before Day One
    
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These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 3.25 hours

    
1) Introduction & Endocrine System (61 min)
    
2) Menopause, the Thyroid and the Immune System (38 min)
    
3) The Heart (21 min)
    
4) Bone Physiology (19 min)
    
5) Interview with Dr. Staecker (56 min)

    

    
    		


    
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Day One
    
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7:30 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
8:00 am PST - Course begins / Introduction
    
8:30 - Review / Questions / Hormones 101
    
9:45 - Break
    
10:00 - The Ovulatory Cycle
    
11:15 - Case study #1 / Ovulatory Cycle
    
12:00 - Hormone Replacement and BCA
    
12:45 - Lunch
    
1:30 - Heart Lecture
    
2:15 - Quiz
    
2:45 - Break
    
3:00 - Bone lecture
    
3:45 - Brain lecture
    
4:15 - Questions
    
4:30 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
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Day Two
    
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7:30 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
8:00 am PST - Course begins / Brain lecture part 2
    
8:30 - Breathing / Meditation
    
9:15 - Hormone therapy
    
10:15 - Case study #2
    
10:45 - Break
    
11:00 - GSM lecture
    
12:15 - Lunch
    
12:45 - Quiz
    
1:00 - Nutrition
    
2:00 - Exercise
    
2:45 - Case study #3
    
3:15 - Resources / Questions
    
3:45 - Adjourn
    

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    


    
Price: $475
    Experience Level: Beginner
    Contact Hours: 16.75    		

    
    

    

    

    This two-day course is designed for the clinician that wants to understand the multitude of changes that are experienced in the menopause transition and how they affect the aging process. According to the North American Menopausal Society, by the year 2025, 1.5 billion people will be in menopause worldwide. Despite the large population in this transition, health care providers are often unsure of how to treat patients experiencing menopause (Kling 2019). 
    

    As clinicians, this is an excellent opportunity to understand the physiological consequences to the body as hormones decline, in order to assist our patients in lifestyle habits for successful aging. Topics will include cardiovascular changes, metabolic syndrome, bone loss and sarcopenia, neurological changes (headache, brain fog, sleeplessness), Alzheimer’s risk, and urogenital changes. Symptoms and treatment options will also be discussed, including hormone replacement, non-hormonal options, dietary choices and exercise considerations. Upon completion of this course, participants will have a basic understanding of the hormonal changes during menopause, the impact on various health systems and interventions that can assist with improving this transition. .
    

    There will be pre-recorded lectures that must be completed prior to course start. A yoga mat, foam roller and your participation are encouraged throughout the weekend.
    

    Pre-requisites
    
A basic knowledge of pelvic floor anatomy and examination is desired but not required. This course was written as an overview of the menopausal transition. Internal techniques will be discussed but not practiced in lab. All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

    Attending a remote course is easy and safe, and you can do it entirely from the security and comfort of your own home or clinic without having to find a lab partner.
    

     
    

    Important thing to note:
    

    - Our policy for applying for continuing education credit for remote courses differs from that of our in-person and satellite lab courses. Read the specific language of the policy here. Depending on the state in which you practice, you may need to submit your own application to your state board or approving body should you wish that it be approved for continuing education credit in your state.
    

    - To attend a remote Herman & Wallace course, registrants will need Zoom video conferencing software. This is a requirement. One can create an account and download the software to their computer at https://zoom.us/
    

    - We use the Pacific Time Zone for all of our remote course start and end times (this is not the case for in-person and satellite lab locations). Please make a note of this and set your calendar accordingly.
    

    - A Zoom account is free to create. Before the meeting, we recommend having a practice Zoom session with a friend or colleague so you can test your microphone, video, and internet connection. You can participate in any remote course from the comfort of your home, but will need a stable internet connection in order to participate. We recommend downloading the software and practicing a call with a friend or colleague prior to your course with us. Zoom also offers video tutorials on their website at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206618765-Zoom-Video-Tutorials.
    

    - Still have questions about Remote Courses? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions on Remote Courses
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    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    

    

    Referral Credit/Discount
    Any therapist who has already taken a Herman & Wallace course will earn a $50.00 "referral credit" if:
    

    1. A therapist who has never taken a Herman & Wallace course successfully registers for his or her first course(s); AND
    2. In the registration process, the first-time registrant gives the name and clinic/hospital of the therapist who referred them to Herman & Wallace.
    

    A therapist who has earned a $50.00 "referral credit" may use this credit toward any course that is eligible for a "referral discount".
    

    

    Guest Blogger Credit/Discount
    Any therapist who completes a qualifying guest blog post on the Herman & Wallace blog will earn a $50.00 "guest blogger credit". This credit may be applied toward any course.
    

    

    


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    Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab: the Therapist’s Guide to the Process and Rehab Interventions
    

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    This two-day course is designed for the clinician that wants to understand the multitude of changes that are experienced in the menopause transition and how they affect the aging process. According to the North American Menopausal Society, by the year 2025, 1.5 billion people will be in menopause worldwide. Despite the large population in this transition, health care providers are often unsure of how to treat patients experiencing menopause (Kling 2019).
    

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    • Schedule
    • Objectives
    • Location/Lodging
    • Instructors
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


    
 
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Course Location


    Athletico Physical Therapy Oak Brook
    
    		
2122 York Road
    Oak Brook, IL 60523    		

    

    
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    Le Méridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center
    (630)-368-9900
    
    		
2100 Spring Rd
    Oak Brook, IL 60523    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Chicago Midway International Airport
    Airport Code:MDW
    
    		
5700 S Cicero Ave
    Chicago, IL 60638    		

    
    

    

     
    

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    Instructor - Koch
    Kristina Koch, PT, DPT, MS, Board Certified Specialist in Women's Health PT (2013-2023), CLT
    Kristina Koch, PT, MSPT, WCS, CLT
    

    Kristina received her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy in 1996 from Springfield College in Massachusetts. In 2001, while living in the Los Angeles area, Kristina started specializing in the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction including bowel/bladder issues and pelvic pain. During her time in Los Angeles, she was fortunate to work with and, be mentored by fellow Herman and Wallace faculty member, Jenni Gabelsburg, DPT, WCS, MSc, MTC. Kristina is a  Board Certified Specialist in Women's Health Physical Therapist (2013-2023) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. She then received her lymphatic therapist certification (CLT) in 2015.
    

    Kristina has successfully helped establish women’s health and pelvic floor physical therapy programs in San Diego, California and Colorado Springs, CO where she currently works in private practice. Kristina treats men, women, children, trans and gender non-binary individuals in her practice. In addition, Kristina serves as a guest lecturer for graduate physical therapy students at Regis University in Denver, CO and, provides educational lectures to medical providers and local community groups. Outside of work, Kristina enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, skiing, running and hiking.
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

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    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

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    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Missouri Orthopedic institute (MOI) 
    
    		
1100 Virginia Avenue
    Columbia, MO 65212    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Hampton Inn & Suite Columbia 
    (573)-214-2222
    
    		
1225 Fellow's Place Boulevard
    Columbia, Missouri, 65201    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Kansas City International Airport
    Airport Code: MCI
    
    		
Kansas City, MO 64153, USA

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

     
    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

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    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

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    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Missouri Orthopedic institute (MOI) 
    
    		
1100 Virginia Avenue
    Columbia, MO 65212    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Hampton Inn & Suite Columbia 
    (573)-214-2222
    
    		
1225 Fellow's Place Boulevard
    Columbia, Missouri, 65201    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Kansas City International Airport
    Airport Code: MCI
    
    		
Kansas City, MO 64153, USA

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

     
    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN
    Megan Pribyl
    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN is a mastery-level physical therapist in the Olathe Health System in Olathe, KS treating a diverse outpatient population in orthopedics including pelvic rehabilitation and post-partum care. She began her PT career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with her Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior, she earned her Dual-Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (B.S. Foods & Nutrition, B.S. Kinesiology) in 1998 from Kansas State University. She has been an instructor with Herman & Wallace since 2015 teaching both Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist as well as Pelvic Floor – Level 1 and brings many years of experience and insight to both courses.
    

    Megan’s longstanding passion for both nutritional sciences and manual therapy culminated in her creating Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist designed to propel understanding of human physiology as it relates to pelvic conditions, pain, healing and therapeutic response. She harnesses her passion to continually update this course with cutting-edge discoveries creating a unique experience sure to elevate your level of appreciation for the complex and fascinating nature of clinical presentations in orthopedic manual therapy and pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will come away from this course with both simple and practical integrative tools which can be immediately utilized to help clients along their path of healing.
    

    Megan enjoys her many fulfilling roles as instructor, clinician, wife and mom to two active teenagers and owner of two rambunctious golden retrievers. She loves to read, cook, be in the great outdoors, travel, and spend time with her family and friends. She has a passion for downhill skiing, exploring scientific literature, and learning all she can about the power of using nature, nurture, and nutrition to heal and sustain health.
    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    07/15/20- It is with a saddened heart that we have to announce this course has had to be rescheduled. Unfortunately, due to the continued rise of Covid-19 in their area the Governor has given new restrictions tonight that will not allow us to meet together. Please stay tuned for new dates. 
    

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    • Description
    • Schedule
    • Objectives
    • Location/Lodging
    • Instructors
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


     Fitness Matters
    
    		
1391 Dublin Rd.
     Columbus, OH 43215    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


     Courtyard by Marriott Columbus OSU, Grandview Heights
    (614) 436-0700
    
    		
 780 Yard Street 
    Grandview Heights, Ohio 43212    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Port Columbus International Airport
    Airport Code: CMH
    
    		
4600 International Gateway
    Columbus, OH 43219    		

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location:
    

    

     
    Amanda Hayes-Fugate, MPT
    Amanda Hayes-Fugate, MPT
    

    Amanda Hayes Fugate MPT is a pelvic health physical therapist specializing in urinary, bowel and pain conditions for men and women. She went to Western Carolina University in 2007 with the unique goal of being a pelvic health therapist and even won a national scholarship because of her passion in this area. Upon graduation she created a pelvic health program, from the ground up, for a outpatient physical therapy practice in the Asheville, NC area. She has continued to expand her expertise over the past 10 years and has recently started her own pelvic health practice Pelvic Forward PT to provide more comprehensive and patient directed care in the changing medical climate. Using her unique perspective as a lifelong runner and athlete, Amanda has a made treating athletes with pelvic floor dysfunction, pain, or desires for optimal performance a cornerstone of her practice.
    

    She has built her business on the core values of education, embodiment and empowerment for all. As an tireless educator and in her goal to start a global conversation around pelvic health, Amanda has been involved with many community-based education programs, including lectures and demonstrations to crossfit gyms, the YMCA and pilates studios, providing instructor trainings to DONA, REI, pre-postpartum support groups, and many more.
    

    Amanda truly loves and is interested in all things pelvic and is so grateful to have joined the Herman and Wallace team. Outside of the clinic she loves all things food, outdoors and spending time with family.
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    Update 3/19/2020: As a precaution against the spread of COVID-19, this course has been postponed. Once we have a new date confirmed, we will update our website and make the event available for registration. We appreciate your understanding during this difficult time. Please practice good hygiene, and be safe!
    

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Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


    
 
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Course Location


    Community Health Network
    
    		
6922 Hillsdale Ct
    Indianapolis, IN 4625    0    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Drury Inn & Suites Indianapolis Northeast
    (317)-849-8900
    
    		
8180 Shadeland Ave
    Indianapolis, IN 46250    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Indianapolis International Airport
    Airport Code: IND
    
    		
6900 Airport Blvd
    Indianapolis, IN 46241    		

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    Instructor - Koch
    Kristina Koch, PT, DPT, MS, Board Certified Specialist in Women's Health PT (2013-2023), CLT
    Kristina Koch, PT, MSPT, WCS, CLT
    

    Kristina received her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy in 1996 from Springfield College in Massachusetts. In 2001, while living in the Los Angeles area, Kristina started specializing in the treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction including bowel/bladder issues and pelvic pain. During her time in Los Angeles, she was fortunate to work with and, be mentored by fellow Herman and Wallace faculty member, Jenni Gabelsburg, DPT, WCS, MSc, MTC. Kristina is a  Board Certified Specialist in Women's Health Physical Therapist (2013-2023) by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. She then received her lymphatic therapist certification (CLT) in 2015.
    

    Kristina has successfully helped establish women’s health and pelvic floor physical therapy programs in San Diego, California and Colorado Springs, CO where she currently works in private practice. Kristina treats men, women, children, trans and gender non-binary individuals in her practice. In addition, Kristina serves as a guest lecturer for graduate physical therapy students at Regis University in Denver, CO and, provides educational lectures to medical providers and local community groups. Outside of work, Kristina enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, skiing, running and hiking.
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

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    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Jennafer "Jenna" Ross, MSPT, BCB-PMD, PRPC
    Jenna Ross, MSPT, BCB-PMD, PRPC
    

    After graduating from Ithaca College, Jenna began her career as a physical therapist at Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, MI. Since 2002 she has focused her professional attention on treating women, men, and children with pelvic health disorders. She is energized through education and enjoys her position as adjunct faculty at Grand Valley University, speaking at community events, organizing a regional pelvic floor mentorship and study group, and didn’t necessarily enjoy but survived part-time home-schooling her two daughters. She has been faculty for Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute since 2009 and loves to inspire other rehab professionals treating pelvic floor dysfunction. She is the author of the chapter, “Manual Therapy for the Pelvic Floor” which was published in the book, “Healing in Urology.” Jenna was a contributing writer for the Pelvic Floor Capstone curriculum and also co-authored the continuing education course, “Boundaries, Self-Care and Meditation Part 1” and “Boundaries, Self-Care and Meditation Part 2” with Nari Clemons. She is certified in pelvic floor rehabilitation and biofeedback for pelvic floor disorders. Outside of teaching and treating patients, Jenna loves to spend time with family and friends, run, cook, travel, do yoga and snuggle with her doggo.
    

    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Centerpoint Medical Center

    
    		
 19600 E. 39th Street 
    Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Staybridge Suites Kansas City-Independence

    
    		
19400 E. 39th Place South 
     Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Kansas City International Airport
    Airport Code: MCI
    
    		


    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    


    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Lee's Summit Medical Center
    
    		
600 NW Murray Road
    Lee’s Summit, MO 64081    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


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    (816)-600-2405
    
    		
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Nearest Airport


    Kansas City International Airport
    Airport Code: MCI
    
    		
Kansas City, MO 64153,USA

    
    

    

     
    

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    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN
    Megan Pribyl
    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN is a mastery-level physical therapist in the Olathe Health System in Olathe, KS treating a diverse outpatient population in orthopedics including pelvic rehabilitation and post-partum care. She began her PT career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with her Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior, she earned her Dual-Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (B.S. Foods & Nutrition, B.S. Kinesiology) in 1998 from Kansas State University. She has been an instructor with Herman & Wallace since 2015 teaching both Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist as well as Pelvic Floor – Level 1 and brings many years of experience and insight to both courses.
    

    Megan’s longstanding passion for both nutritional sciences and manual therapy culminated in her creating Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist designed to propel understanding of human physiology as it relates to pelvic conditions, pain, healing and therapeutic response. She harnesses her passion to continually update this course with cutting-edge discoveries creating a unique experience sure to elevate your level of appreciation for the complex and fascinating nature of clinical presentations in orthopedic manual therapy and pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will come away from this course with both simple and practical integrative tools which can be immediately utilized to help clients along their path of healing.
    

    Megan enjoys her many fulfilling roles as instructor, clinician, wife and mom to two active teenagers and owner of two rambunctious golden retrievers. She loves to read, cook, be in the great outdoors, travel, and spend time with her family and friends. She has a passion for downhill skiing, exploring scientific literature, and learning all she can about the power of using nature, nurture, and nutrition to heal and sustain health.
    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


     Franklin Pierce University 
    
    		
670 North Commercial Street
     Center Tower, Third Floor
     Manchester, NH 03101    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


     DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
    (603) 625-1000
    
    		
 700 Elm St 
    Manchester, NH 03101     		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Manchester–Boston Regional Airport
    Airport Code: MHT
    
    		
 Manchester, NH 03103

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: Click here if map is not shown below.
    

    Kimberly Glow PT, DPT
    Kimberly Glow
    

    Kimberly M. Glow, PT, DPT is a Boston-based physical therapist with a focus on both pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedics. Kim graduated with her doctorate in physcial therapy from MGHIHP after completing her undergraduate work in Classics at UNH. She believes in the healing power of movement, and the power of the biopsychosocial connection. She has a passion for seamlessly treating pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedic dysfunction as inter-related components. As an auspicious educator, Kim has been involved with many community-based education programs, including lectures and demonstrations to local yoga studios during instructor trainings, postpartum support groups, and support groups for those afflicted with neurological disease. In 2017, Kim was invited to guest lecture on the topic of “Physical Therapy’s Role in Treatment of Vulvovaginal Dermatological Conditions” during the American Urogynecologic Society’s annual conference, and has also lectured to medical residents at Tufts Medical Center.
    

    Kimberly has a special passion for treating athletes with pelvic floor dysfunction, and returning them to the sport or movement style they most love. Her practice includes treatment of bowel, bladder, sexual, breast, and abdominal dysfunction for both men and women, as well as all breadths of orthopedic dysfunction. She has a passion for lifelong learning, and education. Currently, Kimberly practices out of Massachusetts General Hospital.
    

    Kim enjoys her spare time with her husband and puppy, camping, and reading. Kim currently practices out of Rhode Island.
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    • Schedule
    • Objectives
    • Location/Lodging
    • Instructors
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Aurora Medical Center – Kenosha
    
    		
10400 75th St
    Kenosha, WI 53142    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Candlewood Suites Kenosha
    (262) 842-5000
    
    		
10200 74th St
    Kenosha, WI 53142    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    General Mitchell International Airport
    Airport Code: MKE
    
    		
5300 S Howell Ave
     Milwaukee, WI 53207    		

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    


    Meghan Rietschel, PT, PRPC
    Meghan Rietschel, PT, PRPC
    

    Originally from the heart of Packer country in Eastern Wisconsin, Meghan graduated from The College of St Scholastica in Duluth, MN in 2000 with her Master of Arts in Physical Therapy and relocated to the Twin Cities area. Initially, an orthopedic therapist, Meghan wanted nothing to do with pelvic health, nor knew much about it! After the birth of her own children, she developed pelvic pain and was on a quest to find a path of healing for herself and realized what a profound impact her pelvic health therapist had on getting her life back! These experiences opened her up to a whole new passion and dedication she never imagined that would also have such an impact on the patients she serves. She has been an advocate for pelvic health for both women and men over the past several years.
    

    Meghan has presented to several community groups, doctors’ groups, as well as other therapists on pelvic health treatment, differential diagnosis, and chronic pelvic pain. Additionally, she serves as a clinical instructor for DPT students.
    

    Meghan believes in educating and empowering patients to get better, live a more active and healthier lifestyle, and to educate all on the importance of pelvic health.
    

    Meghan currently practices, is a Clinic Supervisor and Clinical Specialist at The Institute for Athletic Medicine in Lino Lakes and Hugo, MN. She primarily treats women and men with chronic pelvic pain, incontinence, and constipation.
    

    In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, 3 kids, 2 dogs, camping, hiking, watching the Green Bay Packers and is a member of her children’s soccer board!
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    • Location/Lodging
    • Instructors
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


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Course Location


    Mercy Hospital - Unity Campus
    
    		
550 Osborne Road
    Fridley, MN 55432    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    AmericInn by Wyndham Mounds View Minneapolis 
    (763) 786-2000
    
    		
 2200 Mounds View Boulevard
     Mounds View, MN 55112    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Minneapolis Saint Paul International Airport
    Airport Code: MSP
    
    		
4300 Glumack Drive
    St. Paul, MN 55111    		

    
    

    

     
    

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    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN
    Megan Pribyl
    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN is a mastery-level physical therapist in the Olathe Health System in Olathe, KS treating a diverse outpatient population in orthopedics including pelvic rehabilitation and post-partum care. She began her PT career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with her Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior, she earned her Dual-Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (B.S. Foods & Nutrition, B.S. Kinesiology) in 1998 from Kansas State University. She has been an instructor with Herman & Wallace since 2015 teaching both Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist as well as Pelvic Floor – Level 1 and brings many years of experience and insight to both courses.
    

    Megan’s longstanding passion for both nutritional sciences and manual therapy culminated in her creating Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist designed to propel understanding of human physiology as it relates to pelvic conditions, pain, healing and therapeutic response. She harnesses her passion to continually update this course with cutting-edge discoveries creating a unique experience sure to elevate your level of appreciation for the complex and fascinating nature of clinical presentations in orthopedic manual therapy and pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will come away from this course with both simple and practical integrative tools which can be immediately utilized to help clients along their path of healing.
    

    Megan enjoys her many fulfilling roles as instructor, clinician, wife and mom to two active teenagers and owner of two rambunctious golden retrievers. She loves to read, cook, be in the great outdoors, travel, and spend time with her family and friends. She has a passion for downhill skiing, exploring scientific literature, and learning all she can about the power of using nature, nurture, and nutrition to heal and sustain health.
    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
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    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Mercy Hospital
    
    		
7840 Vinewood Lane
    4050 Coon Rapids Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN 55433    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Holiday Inn Express & Suites Coon Rapids-Blaine Area

    
    		
9333 Springbrook Dr NW
    Coon Rapids, MN 55433    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Minneapolis St Paul International Airport 
    Airport Code: MSP
    
    		
Minnesota

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: Click here if map is not shown below.
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    Meghan Rietschel, PT, PRPC
    Meghan Rietschel, PT, PRPC
    

    Originally from the heart of Packer country in Eastern Wisconsin, Meghan graduated from The College of St Scholastica in Duluth, MN in 2000 with her Master of Arts in Physical Therapy and relocated to the Twin Cities area. Initially, an orthopedic therapist, Meghan wanted nothing to do with pelvic health, nor knew much about it! After the birth of her own children, she developed pelvic pain and was on a quest to find a path of healing for herself and realized what a profound impact her pelvic health therapist had on getting her life back! These experiences opened her up to a whole new passion and dedication she never imagined that would also have such an impact on the patients she serves. She has been an advocate for pelvic health for both women and men over the past several years.
    

    Meghan has presented to several community groups, doctors’ groups, as well as other therapists on pelvic health treatment, differential diagnosis, and chronic pelvic pain. Additionally, she serves as a clinical instructor for DPT students.
    

    Meghan believes in educating and empowering patients to get better, live a more active and healthier lifestyle, and to educate all on the importance of pelvic health.
    

    Meghan currently practices, is a Clinic Supervisor and Clinical Specialist at The Institute for Athletic Medicine in Lino Lakes and Hugo, MN. She primarily treats women and men with chronic pelvic pain, incontinence, and constipation.
    

    In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, 3 kids, 2 dogs, camping, hiking, watching the Green Bay Packers and is a member of her children’s soccer board!
    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    • Schedule
    • Objectives
    • Instructors
    • Location/Lodging
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN
    Megan Pribyl
    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN is a mastery-level physical therapist in the Olathe Health System in Olathe, KS treating a diverse outpatient population in orthopedics including pelvic rehabilitation and post-partum care. She began her PT career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with her Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior, she earned her Dual-Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (B.S. Foods & Nutrition, B.S. Kinesiology) in 1998 from Kansas State University. She has been an instructor with Herman & Wallace since 2015 teaching both Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist as well as Pelvic Floor – Level 1 and brings many years of experience and insight to both courses.
    

    Megan’s longstanding passion for both nutritional sciences and manual therapy culminated in her creating Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist designed to propel understanding of human physiology as it relates to pelvic conditions, pain, healing and therapeutic response. She harnesses her passion to continually update this course with cutting-edge discoveries creating a unique experience sure to elevate your level of appreciation for the complex and fascinating nature of clinical presentations in orthopedic manual therapy and pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will come away from this course with both simple and practical integrative tools which can be immediately utilized to help clients along their path of healing.
    

    Megan enjoys her many fulfilling roles as instructor, clinician, wife and mom to two active teenagers and owner of two rambunctious golden retrievers. She loves to read, cook, be in the great outdoors, travel, and spend time with her family and friends. She has a passion for downhill skiing, exploring scientific literature, and learning all she can about the power of using nature, nurture, and nutrition to heal and sustain health.
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Mercy Therapy Services
    
    		
2135 S. Fremont
    Springfield, Mo 65804    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    TownePlace Suites Springfield
    (417) 881-8118
    
    		
 2009 S. National Ave.
    Springfield, MO 65804    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Springfield-Branson National Airport
    Airport Code: SGF
    
    		
2300 N Airport Blvd, Springfield, MO 65802

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
      4. 

    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN
    Megan Pribyl
    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN is a mastery-level physical therapist in the Olathe Health System in Olathe, KS treating a diverse outpatient population in orthopedics including pelvic rehabilitation and post-partum care. She began her PT career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with her Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior, she earned her Dual-Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (B.S. Foods & Nutrition, B.S. Kinesiology) in 1998 from Kansas State University. She has been an instructor with Herman & Wallace since 2015 teaching both Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist as well as Pelvic Floor – Level 1 and brings many years of experience and insight to both courses.
    

    Megan’s longstanding passion for both nutritional sciences and manual therapy culminated in her creating Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist designed to propel understanding of human physiology as it relates to pelvic conditions, pain, healing and therapeutic response. She harnesses her passion to continually update this course with cutting-edge discoveries creating a unique experience sure to elevate your level of appreciation for the complex and fascinating nature of clinical presentations in orthopedic manual therapy and pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will come away from this course with both simple and practical integrative tools which can be immediately utilized to help clients along their path of healing.
    

    Megan enjoys her many fulfilling roles as instructor, clinician, wife and mom to two active teenagers and owner of two rambunctious golden retrievers. She loves to read, cook, be in the great outdoors, travel, and spend time with her family and friends. She has a passion for downhill skiing, exploring scientific literature, and learning all she can about the power of using nature, nurture, and nutrition to heal and sustain health.
    


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Course Location


    Mercy Therapy Services
    
    		
2135 S. Fremont
    Springfield, Mo 65804    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    TownePlace Suites Springfield
    (417) 881-8118
    
    		
 2009 S. National Ave.
    Springfield, MO 65804    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Springfield-Branson National Airport
    Airport Code: SGF
    
    		
2300 N Airport Blvd, Springfield, MO 65802

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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Price: $645 
    Experience Level: Beginner
    Contact Hours: 23.75 hours    		

    
    

    

    

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    Prerequisites
    

    All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course and in order to earn a certificate of completion for this course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

     
    

    14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom  All pre-recorded lectures must be completed before attending the first day of class. 
    

     
    

    Audience
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

    

     
    

    Special Considerations
    

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    Participation in Labs
    

    H&W strives to foster an environment that is inclusive and welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Having any particular anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other participant during labs. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exams may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work. 
    

     
    

     
    

    

    

    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
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Before Day One
    
=============================

    

    
These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 10 hours

    
1) Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (51 minutes)
    
2) Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
    
3) Managing Movement (1 hour)
    
4) Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
    
5) Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour 10 min)
    
6) General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
    
7) Awareness of Trauma (1 hour)
    
8) Pelvic Organ Prolapse (1 hour 10 min)
    
9) Introduction to Biofeedback and Electrical Stimulation (46 min)
    
10) Additional Resources on Biofeedback and E-Stim from our Partners at CMT (Optional)

    

    

    
    		


    
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Day One
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    
6:45 - Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation
    
7:30 - Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    
8:45 - Break
    
9:00 - Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued)
    
9:30 - Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    
10:30 - Lunch
    
11:30 - Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    
1:00 - Break
    
1:15 - Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    
2:00 - Questions
    
2:30 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day Two
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Lab 4 Prep, Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    
7:30 - Break
    
7:45 - Lab 5: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
    
9:00 - Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
    
10:30 - Lunch
    
11:00 - Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
    
12:45 - Final Lab Preparation Presentation
    
1:00 - Lab 6: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
    
2:00 - Break
    
2:15 - Case Studies
    
2:45 - Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
    
3:00 - Adjourn

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Centerpoint Medical Center

    
    		
 19600 E. 39th Street 
    Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Staybridge Suites Kansas City-Independence

    
    		
19400 E. 39th Place South 
     Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Kansas City International Airport
    Airport Code: MCI
    
    		


    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    


    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN
    Megan Pribyl
    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN is a mastery-level physical therapist in the Olathe Health System in Olathe, KS treating a diverse outpatient population in orthopedics including pelvic rehabilitation and post-partum care. She began her PT career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with her Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior, she earned her Dual-Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (B.S. Foods & Nutrition, B.S. Kinesiology) in 1998 from Kansas State University. She has been an instructor with Herman & Wallace since 2015 teaching both Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist as well as Pelvic Floor – Level 1 and brings many years of experience and insight to both courses.
    

    Megan’s longstanding passion for both nutritional sciences and manual therapy culminated in her creating Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist designed to propel understanding of human physiology as it relates to pelvic conditions, pain, healing and therapeutic response. She harnesses her passion to continually update this course with cutting-edge discoveries creating a unique experience sure to elevate your level of appreciation for the complex and fascinating nature of clinical presentations in orthopedic manual therapy and pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will come away from this course with both simple and practical integrative tools which can be immediately utilized to help clients along their path of healing.
    

    Megan enjoys her many fulfilling roles as instructor, clinician, wife and mom to two active teenagers and owner of two rambunctious golden retrievers. She loves to read, cook, be in the great outdoors, travel, and spend time with her family and friends. She has a passion for downhill skiing, exploring scientific literature, and learning all she can about the power of using nature, nurture, and nutrition to heal and sustain health.
    

    

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    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

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    • Location/Lodging
    • Instructors
    


    
Price: $645 
    Experience Level: Beginner
    Contact Hours: 23.75 hours    		

    
    

    

    

    This continuing education course consists of pre-recorded lectures followed by live, interactive remote learning that will be completed by groups meeting at a specific satellite location. The instructor will be presenting to all satellites from a remote location via Zoom. Participants in this event will meet in person to watch the Zoom presentation in the same location. During labs, participants will pair up and be guided by the on-site lab assistants. 
    

     
    

    This course was designed to provide a thorough introduction to pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. This course is geared to the therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination, and SEMG biofeedback assessment (please note that, for the time being, SEMG is being demonstrated in video lectures; for hands-on learning, consider attending Biofeedback for Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction). The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

     
    

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    Prerequisites
    

    All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course and in order to earn a certificate of completion for this course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

     
    

    14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom  All pre-recorded lectures must be completed before attending the first day of class. 
    

     
    

    Audience
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

    

     
    

    Special Considerations
    

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    Participation in Labs
    

    H&W strives to foster an environment that is inclusive and welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Having any particular anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other participant during labs. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exams may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work. 
    

     
    

     
    

    

    

    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
=============================
    
Before Day One
    
=============================

    

    
These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 10 hours

    
1) Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (51 minutes)
    
2) Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
    
3) Managing Movement (1 hour)
    
4) Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
    
5) Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour 10 min)
    
6) General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
    
7) Awareness of Trauma (1 hour)
    
8) Pelvic Organ Prolapse (1 hour 10 min)
    
9) Introduction to Biofeedback and Electrical Stimulation (46 min)
    
10) Additional Resources on Biofeedback and E-Stim from our Partners at CMT (Optional)

    

    

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day One
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    
6:45 - Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation
    
7:30 - Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    
8:45 - Break
    
9:00 - Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued)
    
9:30 - Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    
10:30 - Lunch
    
11:30 - Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    
1:00 - Break
    
1:15 - Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    
2:00 - Questions
    
2:30 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day Two
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Lab 4 Prep, Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    
7:30 - Break
    
7:45 - Lab 5: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
    
9:00 - Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
    
10:30 - Lunch
    
11:00 - Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
    
12:45 - Final Lab Preparation Presentation
    
1:00 - Lab 6: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
    
2:00 - Break
    
2:15 - Case Studies
    
2:45 - Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
    
3:00 - Adjourn

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


    Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
    
    		
122 E 1700 South
    Building #3
    Provo, UT 84606     		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Hampton Inn Provo
    (801) 377-6396
    
    		
1511 S 40 E St
     Provo, UT 84606    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Salt Lake City International Airport
    Airport Code: SLC
    
    		
776 N Terminal Dr
    Salt Lake City, UT 84122    		

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location:
    

      
    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN
    Megan Pribyl
    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN is a mastery-level physical therapist in the Olathe Health System in Olathe, KS treating a diverse outpatient population in orthopedics including pelvic rehabilitation and post-partum care. She began her PT career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with her Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior, she earned her Dual-Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (B.S. Foods & Nutrition, B.S. Kinesiology) in 1998 from Kansas State University. She has been an instructor with Herman & Wallace since 2015 teaching both Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist as well as Pelvic Floor – Level 1 and brings many years of experience and insight to both courses.
    

    Megan’s longstanding passion for both nutritional sciences and manual therapy culminated in her creating Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist designed to propel understanding of human physiology as it relates to pelvic conditions, pain, healing and therapeutic response. She harnesses her passion to continually update this course with cutting-edge discoveries creating a unique experience sure to elevate your level of appreciation for the complex and fascinating nature of clinical presentations in orthopedic manual therapy and pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will come away from this course with both simple and practical integrative tools which can be immediately utilized to help clients along their path of healing.
    

    Megan enjoys her many fulfilling roles as instructor, clinician, wife and mom to two active teenagers and owner of two rambunctious golden retrievers. She loves to read, cook, be in the great outdoors, travel, and spend time with her family and friends. She has a passion for downhill skiing, exploring scientific literature, and learning all she can about the power of using nature, nurture, and nutrition to heal and sustain health.
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    


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Price: $645 
    Experience Level: Beginner
    Contact Hours: 23.75 hours    		

    
    

    

    

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    This course was designed to provide a thorough introduction to pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. This course is geared to the therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination, and SEMG biofeedback assessment (please note that, for the time being, SEMG is being demonstrated in video lectures; for hands-on learning, consider attending Biofeedback for Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction). The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

     
    

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    Prerequisites
    

    All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course and in order to earn a certificate of completion for this course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

     
    

    14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom  All pre-recorded lectures must be completed before attending the first day of class. 
    

     
    

    Audience
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

    

     
    

    Special Considerations
    

    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. 
    

     
    

    Participation in Labs
    

    H&W strives to foster an environment that is inclusive and welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Having any particular anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other participant during labs. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exams may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work. 
    

     
    

     
    

    

    

    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
=============================
    
Before Day One
    
=============================

    

    
These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 10 hours

    
1) Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (51 minutes)
    
2) Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
    
3) Managing Movement (1 hour)
    
4) Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
    
5) Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour 10 min)
    
6) General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
    
7) Awareness of Trauma (1 hour)
    
8) Pelvic Organ Prolapse (1 hour 10 min)
    
9) Introduction to Biofeedback and Electrical Stimulation (46 min)
    
10) Additional Resources on Biofeedback and E-Stim from our Partners at CMT (Optional)

    

    

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day One
    
=============================

    

    
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6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    
6:45 - Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation
    
7:30 - Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    
8:45 - Break
    
9:00 - Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued)
    
9:30 - Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    
10:30 - Lunch
    
11:30 - Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    
1:00 - Break
    
1:15 - Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    
2:00 - Questions
    
2:30 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day Two
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Lab 4 Prep, Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    
7:30 - Break
    
7:45 - Lab 5: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
    
9:00 - Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
    
10:30 - Lunch
    
11:00 - Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
    
12:45 - Final Lab Preparation Presentation
    
1:00 - Lab 6: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
    
2:00 - Break
    
2:15 - Case Studies
    
2:45 - Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
    
3:00 - Adjourn

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


     Impact Rehab and Wellness
    
    		
 114 W 7th St
     Okmulgee, OK 74447    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


     Best Western Okmulgee
    (918)-756-9200
    
    		
 3499 N Wood Dr
     Okmulgee, OK 74447    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Okmulgee Regional Airport
    Airport Code: OKM
    
    		
 100 W Airport Rd
     Okmulgee, OK 74447    		

    
    

    

     
    

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    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN
    Megan Pribyl
    

    Megan Pribyl, PT, CMPT, CMTPT/DN is a mastery-level physical therapist in the Olathe Health System in Olathe, KS treating a diverse outpatient population in orthopedics including pelvic rehabilitation and post-partum care. She began her PT career in 2000 after graduating from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center with her Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior, she earned her Dual-Degree in Nutrition and Exercise Sciences (B.S. Foods & Nutrition, B.S. Kinesiology) in 1998 from Kansas State University. She has been an instructor with Herman & Wallace since 2015 teaching both Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist as well as Pelvic Floor – Level 1 and brings many years of experience and insight to both courses.
    

    Megan’s longstanding passion for both nutritional sciences and manual therapy culminated in her creating Nutrition Perspectives for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist designed to propel understanding of human physiology as it relates to pelvic conditions, pain, healing and therapeutic response. She harnesses her passion to continually update this course with cutting-edge discoveries creating a unique experience sure to elevate your level of appreciation for the complex and fascinating nature of clinical presentations in orthopedic manual therapy and pelvic rehabilitation. Clinicians will come away from this course with both simple and practical integrative tools which can be immediately utilized to help clients along their path of healing.
    

    Megan enjoys her many fulfilling roles as instructor, clinician, wife and mom to two active teenagers and owner of two rambunctious golden retrievers. She loves to read, cook, be in the great outdoors, travel, and spend time with her family and friends. She has a passion for downhill skiing, exploring scientific literature, and learning all she can about the power of using nature, nurture, and nutrition to heal and sustain health.
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    


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    Course Title
    

    Pelvic Floor Function, Dysfunction and Treatment (Level 2A)
    

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    This is a satellite offering of our course, Pelvic Floor Level 2A. This continuing education course consists of pre recorded lectures followed by live, interactive remote learning which will be completed by groups meeting at a specific satellite location OR self-hosted location. The instructor will be presenting to all satellites from a remote location via Zoom. During labs, participants will pair up and be guided by the local lab assistants at the satellite course location.
    

    This continuing education course is an intermediate-level seminar designed as a next step in completing the clinicians’ ability to more comprehensively evaluate and treat the female and male pelvic floor. The participant will have the opportunity to learn about two common bowel dysfunctions, fecal incontinence and constipation, and how the pelvic rehabilitation provider can play a crucial role in overcoming these issues that affect the quality of life so dramatically. In the US, the estimate of adult fecal incontinence is over 8% and greater than 15% in people over age 70. (Whitehead, 2010) According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation affects up to 15% of people, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints that affects 42 million people. (Constipation, 2013) Pelvic rehabilitation providers are able to teach patients how to significantly improve quality of life through simple behavioral techniques and approaches that optimize abdominopelvic health.
    

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    Start Date/Time and Time Zone:
    

    May 6, 2023 9:30 AM America/New_York
    

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Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Contact Hours: 22.5    		

    
    

    

    

    This continuing education course is a three-day (8 hours of online content, followed by a 2-day in-person course) intermediate-level seminar designed as a next step in completing the clinicians’ ability to more comprehensively evaluate and treat the female and male pelvic floor. The participant will have the opportunity to learn about two common bowel dysfunctions, fecal incontinence and constipation, and how the pelvic rehabilitation provider can play a crucial role in overcoming these issues that affect quality of life so dramatically. In the US, adult estimates of fecal incontinence is over 8%, and greater than 15% in people over age 70. (Whitehead, 2010) According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation affects up to 15% of people, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints that affects 42 million people. (Constipation, 2013) Pelvic rehabilitation providers are able to teach patients how to significantly improve quality of life through simple behavioral techniques and approaches that optimize abdominopelvic health.
    

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    Many pelvic rehabilitation providers attend this course to learn clinical skills for coccyx pain and for pudendal neuralgia, two conditions that are included on Day 2 of this continuing education course. As either condition can contribute to chronic pelvic pain, this course provides significant lab time so that participants will have the opportunity to practice any new skills. Day 3 of the course introduces the participant to pelvic rehabilitation of the male patient with an emphasis on topics of male pelvic anatomy, urinary incontinence, prostatectomy, and male pelvic pain. The content in this course prepares the therapist to work with male pelvic conditions by reinforcing what is common to the care of both men and women, as well as teaching that which is unique for the male patient. Current medical evaluation (with tests such as defecography, manometry), medical management (for anorectal pain and for colorectal conditions), and evidence-informed clinical interventions will be instructed.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat. It is expected that participants will only register for satellites in which they are within driving distance, and adhere to all state and local COVID guidelines, including wearing a mask at all times during the course. 
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    

    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Rectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Prerequisites:
    

    Pelvic Floor Level 1, through Herman & Wallace or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

     
    

    Required Readings:
    

    1. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse Handout on Fecal Incontinence
     2. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Article on Constipation
     3. The International Pelvic Pain Society Article on Pudendal Nerve Entrapment (PNE)
     4. The European Urology Association'sGuidelines on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     5. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website electrotherapy.org
     
6. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding textbook are not required to purchase an additional one. 
    

     
    

    Additional Helpful Resources:
    

    1. Male Pelvic Pain - go to malepelvicfloor.com
     2. Many participants also find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
    

    

    References 
    

    Constipation. (2013) National Institutes of Health. Retrieved January 22, 2014 from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation 
    Whitehead, W. E., Borrud, L., Gode, P. S., Meikle, S., Mueller, E. R., Tuteja, A.,...Ye, W. (2009). Fecal incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk factors. Gastroenterology, (137)2, 512-517
    

    


    


    Recorded Lecture: Watch Before the In-Person Component of the Course
    

    1. Colorectal Anatomy & Physiology (75 Min)
    

    2. Medical Testing & Rehab Examination (45 Min.)
    

    3. Fecal Incontinence (60 Min.)
    

    4. Constipation (60 Min.)
    

    5. Anatomy: Pelvic Floor, Penis, Scrotum & Contents (60 Min.)
    

    6. Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction (45 Min.)
    

    7. Topics in Inclusive Care (60 Min.)
    

    8. Colorectal Conditions (45 Min.) 
    
    		


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, Goals, Objectives
    8:30 Colorectal Anatomy and Physiology Review, Anorectal Examination 
     9:15 LAB 1: Anorectal Evaluation: Sidelying Anorectal Examination & Muscle Mapping 
     10:15 Break 
     10:30 Fecal Incontinence, Case Study
     11:15 Constipation, Case Study
     12:00 Lunch 
     1:00 Pelvic Pain: Prostatitis, Scrotal Pain 
     2:00 Coccyx Dysfunction 
     3:00 Break
     3:15 LAB 2: External Palpation & Intervention Posterior Pelvis
     4:15 Prostatectomy Part I
     5:15 Questions
     5:30 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:45 Questions from Day 1, Post-test Day 1
     8:00 Prostatectomy Part II
     8:45 Pudendal
     9:45 Break
     10:00 LAB 3: Internal Interventions for Coccyx, Pudendal and Pelvic Pain
     11:15 LAB 4: Inclusive Language 
     12:00 Lunch 
     12:45 Colorectal Conditions
     2:00 Break
     2:15 LAB 5: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:30 Questions 
     4:00 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1.   Describe anatomy of the colorectal region.
    2.   Explain physiology of the gastrointestinal system including pathophysiology pertaining to bowel dysfunction.
    3.   Perform examination and evaluation of pelvic floor function related to anorectal structures.
    4.   Recognize types of fecal incontinence and develop plans of care for intervention including behavioral training and education.
    5.   Recognize and treat constipation, name the signs, symptoms, and interventions for hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, and other common colorectal conditions.
    6.   Identify specific pelvic floor muscles and key bony landmarks within the anorectal canal.
    7.   Perform external and internal rectal myofascial treatment techniques such as Thiele’s massage and trigger point release.
    8.   Perform patient education and behavioral training for constipation, fecal incontinence and pelvic pain syndromes.
    9.   Describe and teach three SEMG downtraining (relaxation) strategies for the overactive pelvic floor.
    10. Describe and demonstrate coccyx evaluation and treatment using internal and external coccyx mobilizations.
    11. Describe male urogenital and pelvic floor anatomy, identify signs and symptoms of prostatodynia
    12. List key medical diagnostic procedures for colorectal conditions.
    


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Course Location


    Centerpoint Medical Center

    
    		
 19600 E. 39th Street 
    Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Staybridge Suites Kansas City-Independence

    
    		
19400 E. 39th Place South 
     Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Kansas City International Airport
    Airport Code: MCI
    
    		


    
    

    

     
    

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    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    Susannah Haarmann, PT, CLT, WCS
    Susannah Haarmann
    

    Susannah Haarmann, PT, CLT, WCS graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology in 2003. In 2007 she attended North Georgia College and State University obtaining a masters degree in Physical Therapy. Before focusing her attention on the practice of women’s health, Susannah became a well-rounded therapist working in various settings from acute care to outpatient manual therapy. She completed a residency in women’s health at Duke University in 2012 and currently treats the women’s health, lymphedema and orthopedic populations at Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina. Susannah’s passion for improving quality of life in cancer thrivers shows in her dedication to oncology rehabilitation program development at Mission Hospital and sharing her knowledge with other therapists via the course ‘Rehabilitation for the Breast Cancer Patient.’ Outside of being a dedicated therapist, Susannah enjoys traveling, the arts and is an outdoors woman.
    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    Pelvic Floor Level 2A - Kansas City MO Satellite Lab Course - October 10-11, 2020 (SOLD OUT)
    

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    Central Time: Oct 10th: 8:30am-7:00pm / Oct 11th: 8:30am-7:15pm
    
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Price: $645 
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Contact Hours: 21 hours    		

    
    

    

    

    This is a satellite offering of our course, Pelvic Floor Level 2A. A satellite means that participants will be gathering in a given location and watching the instructor present remotely on the same screen. During labs, participants will pair up and be guided by the local lab assistants at the satellite course location.
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of prerecorded lectures followed by live, interactive remote learning and is an intermediate-level seminar designed as a next step in completing the clinicians’ ability to more comprehensively evaluate and treat the female and male pelvic floor. The participant will have the opportunity to learn about two common bowel dysfunctions, fecal incontinence and constipation, and how the pelvic rehabilitation provider can play a crucial role in overcoming these issues that affect the quality of life so dramatically. In the US, the estimate of adult fecal incontinence is over 8% and greater than 15% in people over age 70. (Whitehead, 2010) According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation affects up to 15% of people, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints that affects 42 million people. (Constipation, 2013) Pelvic rehabilitation providers are able to teach patients how to significantly improve quality of life through simple behavioral techniques and approaches that optimize abdominopelvic health.
    

    Participants will learn how to evaluate the patient who presents with bowel dysfunction including fecal incontinence and constipation, and also with defecation disorders such as paroxysmal puborectalis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and fecal urgency. Knowledge of pelvic anatomy expands into the gastrointestinal system with detailed instruction about the rectum and anal canal, anal sphincters, and with instruction in important physiologic principles such as the gastrocolic reflex, sampling response, and intrinsic defecation reflex. There are other conditions that can cause pain or bleeding such as hemorrhoids, fistulas, fissures, and proctalgia fugax; the clinician will learn how to apply skills of external and internal pelvic muscle assessment (via the anorectal canal) for these conditions.
    

    Many pelvic rehabilitation providers attend this course to learn clinical skills for coccyx pain and for pudendal neuralgia, two conditions that are included in this continuing education course. As either condition can contribute to chronic pelvic pain, this course provides significant lab time so that participants will have the opportunity to practice any new skills. The course also introduces the participant to pelvic rehabilitation of the male patient with an emphasis on topics of male pelvic anatomy, urinary incontinence, prostatectomy, and male pelvic pain. The content in this course prepares the therapist to work with male pelvic conditions by reinforcing what is common to the care of both men and women, as well as teaching that which is unique for the male patient. Current medical evaluation (with tests such as defecography, manometry), medical management (for anorectal pain and for colorectal conditions), and evidence-informed clinical interventions will be instructed.
    

     
    

    Prerequisites:
    

    Pelvic Floor Level 1, through Herman & Wallace or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

    All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course and in order to earn a certificate of completion for this course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

    

    Special Considerations
    

    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Anorectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. 
    

     
    

    Participation in Labs
    

    H&W strives to foster an environment that is inclusive and welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Having any particular anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other participant during labs. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exams may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work. 
    

     
    

    

    References 
    

    Constipation. (2013) National Institutes of Health. Retrieved January 22, 2014 from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation 
    Whitehead, W. E., Borrud, L., Gode, P. S., Meikle, S., Mueller, E. R., Tuteja, A.,...Ye, W. (2009). Fecal incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk factors. Gastroenterology, (137)2, 512-517
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
=============================
    
Before Day One
    
=============================

    

    
These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 9.3 hours

    
1) Colorectal Anatomy & Physiology (60 min)
    
2) Medical Testing & Rehab Examination (44 min)
    
3) Fecal Incontinence (43 min)
    
4) Constipation (56 min)
    
5) Anatomy: Pelvic Floor, Penis, Scrotum & Spermatic Cord (62 min)
    
6) Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction (87 min)
    
7) Topics in Inclusive Care (64 min)
    
8) Colorectal Conditions (40 min)
    
9) Nutrition Concepts in Bowel Health (30 min)
    
10) Prostate Dysfunction (73 min)

    

    
    		


    
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Day One
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction, Goals, Objectives
    
6:50 - Colorectal Anatomy and Physiology Review, Anorectal Examination Lab Prep
    
7:45 - LAB 1: Anorectal Evaluation: Sidelying Anorectal Examination & Muscle Mapping
    
8:45 - Break
    
9:00 - Fecal Incontinence, Case Study
    
9:45 - Constipation, Case Study 
    
10:45 - Lunch
    
11:45 - Pelvic Pain: Prostatitis, Scrotal Pain & Spermatic Cord
    
12:45 - Coccyx Dysfunction 
    
1:45 - Break
    
2:00 - LAB 2: External Palpation & Intervention Posterior Pelvis
    
3:00 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
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Day Two
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Prostate & Prostatectomy Part II - Rehabilitation
    
7:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II
    
8:30 - Break 
    
8:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II (Continued)
    
9:15 - LAB 3: Internal Interventions for Coccyx, Pudendal and Pelvic Pain
    
10:45 - Lunch 
    
11:30 - LAB 4: Inclusive Language
    
12:15 - Break
    
12:30 - Colorectal Conditions 
    
2:00 - Questions
    
2:15 - Adjourn

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Centerpoint Medical Center

    
    		
 19600 E. 39th Street 
    Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Staybridge Suites Kansas City-Independence

    
    		
19400 E. 39th Place South 
     Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Kansas City International Airport
    Airport Code: MCI
    
    		


    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    


    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    


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    Manchester



    


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Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Contact Hours: 22.5    		

    
    

    

    

    This continuing education course is a three-day (8 hours of online content, followed by a 2-day in-person course) intermediate-level seminar designed as a next step in completing the clinicians’ ability to more comprehensively evaluate and treat the female and male pelvic floor. The participant will have the opportunity to learn about two common bowel dysfunctions, fecal incontinence and constipation, and how the pelvic rehabilitation provider can play a crucial role in overcoming these issues that affect quality of life so dramatically. In the US, adult estimates of fecal incontinence is over 8%, and greater than 15% in people over age 70. (Whitehead, 2010) According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation affects up to 15% of people, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints that affects 42 million people. (Constipation, 2013) Pelvic rehabilitation providers are able to teach patients how to significantly improve quality of life through simple behavioral techniques and approaches that optimize abdominopelvic health.
    

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    Many pelvic rehabilitation providers attend this course to learn clinical skills for coccyx pain and for pudendal neuralgia, two conditions that are included on Day 2 of this continuing education course. As either condition can contribute to chronic pelvic pain, this course provides significant lab time so that participants will have the opportunity to practice any new skills. Day 3 of the course introduces the participant to pelvic rehabilitation of the male patient with an emphasis on topics of male pelvic anatomy, urinary incontinence, prostatectomy, and male pelvic pain. The content in this course prepares the therapist to work with male pelvic conditions by reinforcing what is common to the care of both men and women, as well as teaching that which is unique for the male patient. Current medical evaluation (with tests such as defecography, manometry), medical management (for anorectal pain and for colorectal conditions), and evidence-informed clinical interventions will be instructed.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat. It is expected that participants will only register for satellites in which they are within driving distance, and adhere to all state and local COVID guidelines, including wearing a mask at all times during the course. 
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    

    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Rectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Prerequisites:
    

    Pelvic Floor Level 1, through Herman & Wallace or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

     
    

    Required Readings:
    

    1. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse Handout on Fecal Incontinence
     2. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Article on Constipation
     3. The International Pelvic Pain Society Article on Pudendal Nerve Entrapment (PNE)
     4. The European Urology Association'sGuidelines on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     5. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website electrotherapy.org
     
6. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding textbook are not required to purchase an additional one. 
    

     
    

    Additional Helpful Resources:
    

    1. Male Pelvic Pain - go to malepelvicfloor.com
     2. Many participants also find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
    

    

    References 
    

    Constipation. (2013) National Institutes of Health. Retrieved January 22, 2014 from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation 
    Whitehead, W. E., Borrud, L., Gode, P. S., Meikle, S., Mueller, E. R., Tuteja, A.,...Ye, W. (2009). Fecal incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk factors. Gastroenterology, (137)2, 512-517
    

    


    


    Recorded Lecture: Watch Before the In-Person Component of the Course
    

    1. Colorectal Anatomy & Physiology (75 Min)
    

    2. Medical Testing & Rehab Examination (45 Min.)
    

    3. Fecal Incontinence (60 Min.)
    

    4. Constipation (60 Min.)
    

    5. Anatomy: Pelvic Floor, Penis, Scrotum & Contents (60 Min.)
    

    6. Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction (45 Min.)
    

    7. Topics in Inclusive Care (60 Min.)
    

    8. Colorectal Conditions (45 Min.) 
    
    		


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, Goals, Objectives
    8:30 Colorectal Anatomy and Physiology Review, Anorectal Examination 
     9:15 LAB 1: Anorectal Evaluation: Sidelying Anorectal Examination & Muscle Mapping 
     10:15 Break 
     10:30 Fecal Incontinence, Case Study
     11:15 Constipation, Case Study
     12:00 Lunch 
     1:00 Pelvic Pain: Prostatitis, Scrotal Pain 
     2:00 Coccyx Dysfunction 
     3:00 Break
     3:15 LAB 2: External Palpation & Intervention Posterior Pelvis
     4:15 Prostatectomy Part I
     5:15 Questions
     5:30 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:45 Questions from Day 1, Post-test Day 1
     8:00 Prostatectomy Part II
     8:45 Pudendal
     9:45 Break
     10:00 LAB 3: Internal Interventions for Coccyx, Pudendal and Pelvic Pain
     11:15 LAB 4: Inclusive Language 
     12:00 Lunch 
     12:45 Colorectal Conditions
     2:00 Break
     2:15 LAB 5: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:30 Questions 
     4:00 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1.   Describe anatomy of the colorectal region.
    2.   Explain physiology of the gastrointestinal system including pathophysiology pertaining to bowel dysfunction.
    3.   Perform examination and evaluation of pelvic floor function related to anorectal structures.
    4.   Recognize types of fecal incontinence and develop plans of care for intervention including behavioral training and education.
    5.   Recognize and treat constipation, name the signs, symptoms, and interventions for hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, and other common colorectal conditions.
    6.   Identify specific pelvic floor muscles and key bony landmarks within the anorectal canal.
    7.   Perform external and internal rectal myofascial treatment techniques such as Thiele’s massage and trigger point release.
    8.   Perform patient education and behavioral training for constipation, fecal incontinence and pelvic pain syndromes.
    9.   Describe and teach three SEMG downtraining (relaxation) strategies for the overactive pelvic floor.
    10. Describe and demonstrate coccyx evaluation and treatment using internal and external coccyx mobilizations.
    11. Describe male urogenital and pelvic floor anatomy, identify signs and symptoms of prostatodynia
    12. List key medical diagnostic procedures for colorectal conditions.
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


     Franklin Pierce University 
    
    		
670 North Commercial Street
     Center Tower, Third Floor
     Manchester, NH 03101    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


     DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown
    (603) 625-1000
    
    		
 700 Elm St 
    Manchester, NH 03101     		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Manchester–Boston Regional Airport
    Airport Code: MHT
    
    		
 Manchester, NH 03103

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: Click here if map is not shown below.
    

    Kimberly Glow PT, DPT
    Kimberly Glow
    

    Kimberly M. Glow, PT, DPT is a Boston-based physical therapist with a focus on both pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedics. Kim graduated with her doctorate in physcial therapy from MGHIHP after completing her undergraduate work in Classics at UNH. She believes in the healing power of movement, and the power of the biopsychosocial connection. She has a passion for seamlessly treating pelvic floor dysfunction and orthopedic dysfunction as inter-related components. As an auspicious educator, Kim has been involved with many community-based education programs, including lectures and demonstrations to local yoga studios during instructor trainings, postpartum support groups, and support groups for those afflicted with neurological disease. In 2017, Kim was invited to guest lecture on the topic of “Physical Therapy’s Role in Treatment of Vulvovaginal Dermatological Conditions” during the American Urogynecologic Society’s annual conference, and has also lectured to medical residents at Tufts Medical Center.
    

    Kimberly has a special passion for treating athletes with pelvic floor dysfunction, and returning them to the sport or movement style they most love. Her practice includes treatment of bowel, bladder, sexual, breast, and abdominal dysfunction for both men and women, as well as all breadths of orthopedic dysfunction. She has a passion for lifelong learning, and education. Currently, Kimberly practices out of Massachusetts General Hospital.
    

    Kim enjoys her spare time with her husband and puppy, camping, and reading. Kim currently practices out of Rhode Island.
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Contact Hours: 22.5    		

    
    

    

    

    This continuing education course is a three-day (8 hours of online content, followed by a 2-day in-person course) intermediate-level seminar designed as a next step in completing the clinicians’ ability to more comprehensively evaluate and treat the female and male pelvic floor. The participant will have the opportunity to learn about two common bowel dysfunctions, fecal incontinence and constipation, and how the pelvic rehabilitation provider can play a crucial role in overcoming these issues that affect quality of life so dramatically. In the US, adult estimates of fecal incontinence is over 8%, and greater than 15% in people over age 70. (Whitehead, 2010) According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation affects up to 15% of people, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints that affects 42 million people. (Constipation, 2013) Pelvic rehabilitation providers are able to teach patients how to significantly improve quality of life through simple behavioral techniques and approaches that optimize abdominopelvic health.
    

    Participants will learn how to evaluate the patient who presents with bowel dysfunction including fecal incontinence and constipation, and also with defecation disorders such as paroxysmal puborectalis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and fecal urgency. Knowledge of pelvic anatomy expands into the gastrointestinal system with detailed instruction about the rectum and anal canal, anal sphincters, and with instruction in important physiologic principles such as the gastrocolic reflex, sampling response, and intrinsic defecation reflex. There are other conditions that can cause pain or bleeding such as hemorrhoids, fistulas, fissures, and proctalgia fugax; the clinician will learn how to apply skills of external and internal pelvic muscle assessment (via the anorectal canal) for these conditions.
    

    Many pelvic rehabilitation providers attend this course to learn clinical skills for coccyx pain and for pudendal neuralgia, two conditions that are included on Day 2 of this continuing education course. As either condition can contribute to chronic pelvic pain, this course provides significant lab time so that participants will have the opportunity to practice any new skills. Day 3 of the course introduces the participant to pelvic rehabilitation of the male patient with an emphasis on topics of male pelvic anatomy, urinary incontinence, prostatectomy, and male pelvic pain. The content in this course prepares the therapist to work with male pelvic conditions by reinforcing what is common to the care of both men and women, as well as teaching that which is unique for the male patient. Current medical evaluation (with tests such as defecography, manometry), medical management (for anorectal pain and for colorectal conditions), and evidence-informed clinical interventions will be instructed.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat. It is expected that participants will only register for satellites in which they are within driving distance, and adhere to all state and local COVID guidelines, including wearing a mask at all times during the course. 
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    

    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Rectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Prerequisites:
    

    Pelvic Floor Level 1, through Herman & Wallace or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

     
    

    Required Readings:
    

    1. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse Handout on Fecal Incontinence
     2. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Article on Constipation
     3. The International Pelvic Pain Society Article on Pudendal Nerve Entrapment (PNE)
     4. The European Urology Association'sGuidelines on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     5. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website electrotherapy.org
     
6. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding textbook are not required to purchase an additional one. 
    

     
    

    Additional Helpful Resources:
    

    1. Male Pelvic Pain - go to malepelvicfloor.com
     2. Many participants also find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
    

    

    References 
    

    Constipation. (2013) National Institutes of Health. Retrieved January 22, 2014 from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation 
    Whitehead, W. E., Borrud, L., Gode, P. S., Meikle, S., Mueller, E. R., Tuteja, A.,...Ye, W. (2009). Fecal incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk factors. Gastroenterology, (137)2, 512-517
    

    


    


    Recorded Lecture: Watch Before the In-Person Component of the Course
    

    1. Colorectal Anatomy & Physiology (75 Min)
    

    2. Medical Testing & Rehab Examination (45 Min.)
    

    3. Fecal Incontinence (60 Min.)
    

    4. Constipation (60 Min.)
    

    5. Anatomy: Pelvic Floor, Penis, Scrotum & Contents (60 Min.)
    

    6. Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction (45 Min.)
    

    7. Topics in Inclusive Care (60 Min.)
    

    8. Colorectal Conditions (45 Min.) 
    
    		


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, Goals, Objectives
    8:30 Colorectal Anatomy and Physiology Review, Anorectal Examination 
     9:15 LAB 1: Anorectal Evaluation: Sidelying Anorectal Examination & Muscle Mapping 
     10:15 Break 
     10:30 Fecal Incontinence, Case Study
     11:15 Constipation, Case Study
     12:00 Lunch 
     1:00 Pelvic Pain: Prostatitis, Scrotal Pain 
     2:00 Coccyx Dysfunction 
     3:00 Break
     3:15 LAB 2: External Palpation & Intervention Posterior Pelvis
     4:15 Prostatectomy Part I
     5:15 Questions
     5:30 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:45 Questions from Day 1, Post-test Day 1
     8:00 Prostatectomy Part II
     8:45 Pudendal
     9:45 Break
     10:00 LAB 3: Internal Interventions for Coccyx, Pudendal and Pelvic Pain
     11:15 LAB 4: Inclusive Language 
     12:00 Lunch 
     12:45 Colorectal Conditions
     2:00 Break
     2:15 LAB 5: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:30 Questions 
     4:00 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1.   Describe anatomy of the colorectal region.
    2.   Explain physiology of the gastrointestinal system including pathophysiology pertaining to bowel dysfunction.
    3.   Perform examination and evaluation of pelvic floor function related to anorectal structures.
    4.   Recognize types of fecal incontinence and develop plans of care for intervention including behavioral training and education.
    5.   Recognize and treat constipation, name the signs, symptoms, and interventions for hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, and other common colorectal conditions.
    6.   Identify specific pelvic floor muscles and key bony landmarks within the anorectal canal.
    7.   Perform external and internal rectal myofascial treatment techniques such as Thiele’s massage and trigger point release.
    8.   Perform patient education and behavioral training for constipation, fecal incontinence and pelvic pain syndromes.
    9.   Describe and teach three SEMG downtraining (relaxation) strategies for the overactive pelvic floor.
    10. Describe and demonstrate coccyx evaluation and treatment using internal and external coccyx mobilizations.
    11. Describe male urogenital and pelvic floor anatomy, identify signs and symptoms of prostatodynia
    12. List key medical diagnostic procedures for colorectal conditions.
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


    Banner Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
    
    		
 1661 East Camelback Rd,
     Phoenix, AZ 85016     		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Hampton Inn Phoenix Biltmore 
    (602) 956-5221
    
    		
2310 E Highland Ave
     Phoenix, AZ 85016    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
    Airport Code: PHX
    
    		
3400 E Sky Harbor Blvd, 
     Phoenix, AZ 85034    		

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location:
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Tina Allen, PT, PRPC, BCB-PMD
    Tina Allen, PT, BCB-PMD, PRPC
    

    Tina Allen, PT, PRPC, BCB-PMD has been a physical therapist since 1993. She received her PT degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago.  Her initial five years in practice focused on acute care, trauma, and outpatient orthopedic physical therapy at Loyola Medical Center in Illinois.  Tina moved to Seattle in 1997 and focused her practice in Pelvic Health. Since then she has focused her treatment on the care of all genders throughout their life spans with bladder/bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain syndromes, pregnancy/ postpartum, lymphedema, and cancer recovery.
    

    Tina’s practice is at the University of Washington Medical Center in the Urology/Urogynecology Clinic where she treats along side physicians and educates medical residents in how pelvic rehab interventions will assist clients.  She presents at medical and patient conferences on topics such as pelvic pain, continence, and lymphedema.  Tina has been faculty at Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute since 2006. She was the physical therapist provider for the University of Washington on a LURN Multi-Center study for Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome treatment with physical therapy techniques.  Tina was also a co-investigator for a content package on pain education for the NIDA/NIH on treatment of pelvic pain.
    

    Outside work Tina enjoys spending time with her husband, hiking, traveling, reading and meditation.
    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    Pacific Time - Day 1: 8:00am - 4:30pm / Day 2: 8:00am - 3:30pm
    



    


    • Description
    • Schedule
    • Objectives
    • Instructors
    


    
Price: $645 
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Contact Hours: 21 hours    		

    
    

    

    

    This is a satellite offering of our course, Pelvic Floor Level 2A. A satellite means that participants will be gathering in a given location and watching the instructor present remotely on the same screen. During labs, participants will pair up and be guided by the local lab assistants at the satellite course location.
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of prerecorded lectures followed by live, interactive remote learning and is an intermediate-level seminar designed as a next step in completing the clinicians’ ability to more comprehensively evaluate and treat the female and male pelvic floor. The participant will have the opportunity to learn about two common bowel dysfunctions, fecal incontinence and constipation, and how the pelvic rehabilitation provider can play a crucial role in overcoming these issues that affect the quality of life so dramatically. In the US, the estimate of adult fecal incontinence is over 8% and greater than 15% in people over age 70. (Whitehead, 2010) According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation affects up to 15% of people, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints that affects 42 million people. (Constipation, 2013) Pelvic rehabilitation providers are able to teach patients how to significantly improve quality of life through simple behavioral techniques and approaches that optimize abdominopelvic health.
    

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    Prerequisites:
    

    Pelvic Floor Level 1, through Herman & Wallace or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

    All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course and in order to earn a certificate of completion for this course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

    

    Special Considerations
    

    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Anorectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. 
    

     
    

    Participation in Labs
    

    H&W strives to foster an environment that is inclusive and welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Having any particular anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other participant during labs. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exams may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work. 
    

     
    

    

    References 
    

    Constipation. (2013) National Institutes of Health. Retrieved January 22, 2014 from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation 
    Whitehead, W. E., Borrud, L., Gode, P. S., Meikle, S., Mueller, E. R., Tuteja, A.,...Ye, W. (2009). Fecal incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk factors. Gastroenterology, (137)2, 512-517
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
=============================
    
Before Day One
    
=============================

    

    
These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 9.3 hours

    
1) Colorectal Anatomy & Physiology (60 min)
    
2) Medical Testing & Rehab Examination (44 min)
    
3) Fecal Incontinence (43 min)
    
4) Constipation (56 min)
    
5) Anatomy: Pelvic Floor, Penis, Scrotum & Spermatic Cord (62 min)
    
6) Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction (87 min)
    
7) Topics in Inclusive Care (64 min)
    
8) Colorectal Conditions (40 min)
    
9) Nutrition Concepts in Bowel Health (30 min)
    
10) Prostate Dysfunction (73 min)

    

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day One
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction, Goals, Objectives
    
6:50 - Colorectal Anatomy and Physiology Review, Anorectal Examination Lab Prep
    
7:45 - LAB 1: Anorectal Evaluation: Sidelying Anorectal Examination & Muscle Mapping
    
8:45 - Break
    
9:00 - Fecal Incontinence, Case Study
    
9:45 - Constipation, Case Study 
    
10:45 - Lunch
    
11:45 - Pelvic Pain: Prostatitis, Scrotal Pain & Spermatic Cord
    
12:45 - Coccyx Dysfunction 
    
1:45 - Break
    
2:00 - LAB 2: External Palpation & Intervention Posterior Pelvis
    
3:00 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
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Day Two
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Prostate & Prostatectomy Part II - Rehabilitation
    
7:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II
    
8:30 - Break 
    
8:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II (Continued)
    
9:15 - LAB 3: Internal Interventions for Coccyx, Pudendal and Pelvic Pain
    
10:45 - Lunch 
    
11:30 - LAB 4: Inclusive Language
    
12:15 - Break
    
12:30 - Colorectal Conditions 
    
2:00 - Questions
    
2:15 - Adjourn

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1.   Describe anatomy of the colorectal region.
    2.   Explain physiology of the gastrointestinal system including pathophysiology pertaining to bowel dysfunction.
    3.   Perform examination and evaluation of pelvic floor function related to anorectal structures.
    4.   Recognize types of fecal incontinence and develop plans of care for intervention including behavioral training and education.
    5.   Recognize and treat constipation, name the signs, symptoms, and interventions for hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, and other common colorectal conditions.
    6.   Identify specific pelvic floor muscles and key bony landmarks within the anorectal canal.
    7.   Perform external and internal rectal myofascial treatment techniques such as Thiele’s massage and trigger point release.
    8.   Perform patient education and behavioral training for constipation, fecal incontinence and pelvic pain syndromes.
    9.   Describe and teach three SEMG downtraining (relaxation) strategies for the overactive pelvic floor.
    10. Describe and demonstrate coccyx evaluation and treatment using internal and external coccyx mobilizations.
    11. Describe male urogenital and pelvic floor anatomy, identify signs and symptoms of prostatodynia
    12. List key medical diagnostic procedures for colorectal conditions.
    Instructor - RaderHeather S. Rader, PT, DPT, PRPC,  BCB-PMD
    Heather Rader
    

    Dr. Heather Rader the owner of The OB PT Clinic, a practice devoted to the treatment of pregnancy-related pain and dysfunction, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and complex pelvic pain located in Eustis, FL. A physical therapist since 1994, she graduated from the University of Miami with a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and she completed her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in 2011. She was board certified in the use of Biofeedback for Pelvic Muscle Disorders in 2006. She was awarded the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification in 2014 and served as a subject matter expert and question writer for the PRPC examination. She is on faculty with the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute, teaching Pelvic Rehabilitation around the country several times a year, teaching courses in the Pelvic Floor Series and Pregnancy Series.
    

    Her mission as an educator is to assist in the national expansion of qualified pelvic floor therapists and promote awareness of pelvic floor dysfunction to medical professionals and the community at large. She runs a social media site on Facebook called “Team Pelvic Floor”, which posts articles and facts about pelvic floor rehab while promoting a team approach to treating pelvic dysfunction. She is a practice consultant and mentors therapists wishing to incorporate pelvic rehabilitation into their practice.
    

    Office: 352-585-9135 
    

    Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.     
    

    Web: www.theobptclinic.com
    

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/TeamPelvicFloor
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    
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Price: $645 
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Contact Hours: 21 hours    		

    
    

    

    

    This is a satellite offering of our course, Pelvic Floor Level 2A. A satellite means that participants will be gathering in a given location and watching the instructor present remotely on the same screen. During labs, participants will pair up and be guided by the local lab assistants at the satellite course location.
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of prerecorded lectures followed by live, interactive remote learning and is an intermediate-level seminar designed as a next step in completing the clinicians’ ability to more comprehensively evaluate and treat the female and male pelvic floor. The participant will have the opportunity to learn about two common bowel dysfunctions, fecal incontinence and constipation, and how the pelvic rehabilitation provider can play a crucial role in overcoming these issues that affect the quality of life so dramatically. In the US, the estimate of adult fecal incontinence is over 8% and greater than 15% in people over age 70. (Whitehead, 2010) According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation affects up to 15% of people, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints that affects 42 million people. (Constipation, 2013) Pelvic rehabilitation providers are able to teach patients how to significantly improve quality of life through simple behavioral techniques and approaches that optimize abdominopelvic health.
    

    Participants will learn how to evaluate the patient who presents with bowel dysfunction including fecal incontinence and constipation, and also with defecation disorders such as paroxysmal puborectalis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and fecal urgency. Knowledge of pelvic anatomy expands into the gastrointestinal system with detailed instruction about the rectum and anal canal, anal sphincters, and with instruction in important physiologic principles such as the gastrocolic reflex, sampling response, and intrinsic defecation reflex. There are other conditions that can cause pain or bleeding such as hemorrhoids, fistulas, fissures, and proctalgia fugax; the clinician will learn how to apply skills of external and internal pelvic muscle assessment (via the anorectal canal) for these conditions.
    

    Many pelvic rehabilitation providers attend this course to learn clinical skills for coccyx pain and for pudendal neuralgia, two conditions that are included in this continuing education course. As either condition can contribute to chronic pelvic pain, this course provides significant lab time so that participants will have the opportunity to practice any new skills. The course also introduces the participant to pelvic rehabilitation of the male patient with an emphasis on topics of male pelvic anatomy, urinary incontinence, prostatectomy, and male pelvic pain. The content in this course prepares the therapist to work with male pelvic conditions by reinforcing what is common to the care of both men and women, as well as teaching that which is unique for the male patient. Current medical evaluation (with tests such as defecography, manometry), medical management (for anorectal pain and for colorectal conditions), and evidence-informed clinical interventions will be instructed.
    

     
    

    Prerequisites:
    

    Pelvic Floor Level 1, through Herman & Wallace or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

    All pre-recorded lectures in Teachable for this course must be watched before the Live Component of the course and in order to earn a certificate of completion for this course. See the Schedule tab for the current list of pre-recorded videos
    

    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

    

    Special Considerations
    

    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Anorectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. 
    

     
    

    Participation in Labs
    

    H&W strives to foster an environment that is inclusive and welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Having any particular anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other participant during labs. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exams may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work. 
    

     
    

    

    References 
    

    Constipation. (2013) National Institutes of Health. Retrieved January 22, 2014 from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation 
    Whitehead, W. E., Borrud, L., Gode, P. S., Meikle, S., Mueller, E. R., Tuteja, A.,...Ye, W. (2009). Fecal incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk factors. Gastroenterology, (137)2, 512-517
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
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Before Day One
    
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These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 9.3 hours

    
1) Colorectal Anatomy & Physiology (60 min)
    
2) Medical Testing & Rehab Examination (44 min)
    
3) Fecal Incontinence (43 min)
    
4) Constipation (56 min)
    
5) Anatomy: Pelvic Floor, Penis, Scrotum & Spermatic Cord (62 min)
    
6) Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction (87 min)
    
7) Topics in Inclusive Care (64 min)
    
8) Colorectal Conditions (40 min)
    
9) Nutrition Concepts in Bowel Health (30 min)
    
10) Prostate Dysfunction (73 min)

    

    
    		


    
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Day One
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction, Goals, Objectives
    
6:50 - Colorectal Anatomy and Physiology Review, Anorectal Examination Lab Prep
    
7:45 - LAB 1: Anorectal Evaluation: Sidelying Anorectal Examination & Muscle Mapping
    
8:45 - Break
    
9:00 - Fecal Incontinence, Case Study
    
9:45 - Constipation, Case Study 
    
10:45 - Lunch
    
11:45 - Pelvic Pain: Prostatitis, Scrotal Pain & Spermatic Cord
    
12:45 - Coccyx Dysfunction 
    
1:45 - Break
    
2:00 - LAB 2: External Palpation & Intervention Posterior Pelvis
    
3:00 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
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Day Two
    
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6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Prostate & Prostatectomy Part II - Rehabilitation
    
7:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II
    
8:30 - Break 
    
8:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II (Continued)
    
9:15 - LAB 3: Internal Interventions for Coccyx, Pudendal and Pelvic Pain
    
10:45 - Lunch 
    
11:30 - LAB 4: Inclusive Language
    
12:15 - Break
    
12:30 - Colorectal Conditions 
    
2:00 - Questions
    
2:15 - Adjourn

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1.   Describe anatomy of the colorectal region.
    2.   Explain physiology of the gastrointestinal system including pathophysiology pertaining to bowel dysfunction.
    3.   Perform examination and evaluation of pelvic floor function related to anorectal structures.
    4.   Recognize types of fecal incontinence and develop plans of care for intervention including behavioral training and education.
    5.   Recognize and treat constipation, name the signs, symptoms, and interventions for hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, and other common colorectal conditions.
    6.   Identify specific pelvic floor muscles and key bony landmarks within the anorectal canal.
    7.   Perform external and internal rectal myofascial treatment techniques such as Thiele’s massage and trigger point release.
    8.   Perform patient education and behavioral training for constipation, fecal incontinence and pelvic pain syndromes.
    9.   Describe and teach three SEMG downtraining (relaxation) strategies for the overactive pelvic floor.
    10. Describe and demonstrate coccyx evaluation and treatment using internal and external coccyx mobilizations.
    11. Describe male urogenital and pelvic floor anatomy, identify signs and symptoms of prostatodynia
    12. List key medical diagnostic procedures for colorectal conditions.
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


     Professional Physical Therapy 
    
    		
607 Boylston St 4th Floor
    Boston, MA 02116    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Staypineapple, A Delightful Hotel, South End Boston 
    (866) 866-7977
    
    		
26 Chandler St
    Boston, MA 02116    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Boston Logan International Airport
    Airport Code: BOS
    
    		
Boston, MA 02128

    
    

    

     
    

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    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    Experience Level: Intermediate
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    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Anorectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. 
    

     
    

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    H&W strives to foster an environment that is inclusive and welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Having any particular anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other participant during labs. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exams may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work. 
    

     
    

    

    References 
    

    Constipation. (2013) National Institutes of Health. Retrieved January 22, 2014 from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation 
    Whitehead, W. E., Borrud, L., Gode, P. S., Meikle, S., Mueller, E. R., Tuteja, A.,...Ye, W. (2009). Fecal incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk factors. Gastroenterology, (137)2, 512-517
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
=============================
    
Before Day One
    
=============================

    

    
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Total video lecture time: 9.3 hours

    
1) Colorectal Anatomy & Physiology (60 min)
    
2) Medical Testing & Rehab Examination (44 min)
    
3) Fecal Incontinence (43 min)
    
4) Constipation (56 min)
    
5) Anatomy: Pelvic Floor, Penis, Scrotum & Spermatic Cord (62 min)
    
6) Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction (87 min)
    
7) Topics in Inclusive Care (64 min)
    
8) Colorectal Conditions (40 min)
    
9) Nutrition Concepts in Bowel Health (30 min)
    
10) Prostate Dysfunction (73 min)

    

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day One
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction, Goals, Objectives
    
6:50 - Colorectal Anatomy and Physiology Review, Anorectal Examination Lab Prep
    
7:45 - LAB 1: Anorectal Evaluation: Sidelying Anorectal Examination & Muscle Mapping
    
8:45 - Break
    
9:00 - Fecal Incontinence, Case Study
    
9:45 - Constipation, Case Study 
    
10:45 - Lunch
    
11:45 - Pelvic Pain: Prostatitis, Scrotal Pain & Spermatic Cord
    
12:45 - Coccyx Dysfunction 
    
1:45 - Break
    
2:00 - LAB 2: External Palpation & Intervention Posterior Pelvis
    
3:00 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
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6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Prostate & Prostatectomy Part II - Rehabilitation
    
7:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II
    
8:30 - Break 
    
8:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II (Continued)
    
9:15 - LAB 3: Internal Interventions for Coccyx, Pudendal and Pelvic Pain
    
10:45 - Lunch 
    
11:30 - LAB 4: Inclusive Language
    
12:15 - Break
    
12:30 - Colorectal Conditions 
    
2:00 - Questions
    
2:15 - Adjourn

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1.   Describe anatomy of the colorectal region.
    2.   Explain physiology of the gastrointestinal system including pathophysiology pertaining to bowel dysfunction.
    3.   Perform examination and evaluation of pelvic floor function related to anorectal structures.
    4.   Recognize types of fecal incontinence and develop plans of care for intervention including behavioral training and education.
    5.   Recognize and treat constipation, name the signs, symptoms, and interventions for hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, and other common colorectal conditions.
    6.   Identify specific pelvic floor muscles and key bony landmarks within the anorectal canal.
    7.   Perform external and internal rectal myofascial treatment techniques such as Thiele’s massage and trigger point release.
    8.   Perform patient education and behavioral training for constipation, fecal incontinence and pelvic pain syndromes.
    9.   Describe and teach three SEMG downtraining (relaxation) strategies for the overactive pelvic floor.
    10. Describe and demonstrate coccyx evaluation and treatment using internal and external coccyx mobilizations.
    11. Describe male urogenital and pelvic floor anatomy, identify signs and symptoms of prostatodynia
    12. List key medical diagnostic procedures for colorectal conditions.
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


     Thayer County Health Services 
    
    		
 120 Park Ave 
     Hebron, NE 68370     		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


     Edgewood Hotel & Suites 
    (402) 587-5082
    
    		
 1503 K St 
     Fairbury, NE 68352     		

    

    
Nearest Airport


     Hebron Municipal Airport 
    Airport Code: HJH
    
    		
 6150 US Hwy 136 Suite 1 
     Hebron, NE 68370     		

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    • Objectives
    • Self-Hosted Course Info
    • Instructors
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $645 
    Experience Level: Intermediate 
    Contact Hours: 21 hours    		

    
    

    

    

    This is a self-hosted satellite offering of our PF2A course. A satellite course means that the instructor is presently live on Zoom and that participants are gathering in various locations in order to participate and practice labs with one another. Self-hosted means that participants must register in pairs or small groups and practice on each other during lab time. 
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 7 hours and 45 minutes of prerecorded lectures followed by 14 hours of live, interactive remote learning and is an intermediate-level seminar designed as a next step in completing the clinicians’ ability to more comprehensively evaluate and treat the female and male pelvic floor. The participant will have the opportunity to learn about two common bowel dysfunctions, fecal incontinence and constipation, and how the pelvic rehabilitation provider can play a crucial role in overcoming these issues that affect the quality of life so dramatically. In the US, the estimate of adult fecal incontinence is over 8% and greater than 15% in people over age 70. (Whitehead, 2010) According to the National Institutes of Health, constipation affects up to 15% of people, and is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints that affects 42 million people. (Constipation, 2013) Pelvic rehabilitation providers are able to teach patients how to significantly improve quality of life through simple behavioral techniques and approaches that optimize abdominopelvic health.
    

    Participants will learn how to evaluate the patient who presents with bowel dysfunction including fecal incontinence and constipation, and also with defecation disorders such as paroxysmal puborectalis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and fecal urgency. Knowledge of pelvic anatomy expands into the gastrointestinal system with detailed instruction about the rectum and anal canal, anal sphincters, and with instruction in important physiologic principles such as the gastrocolic reflex, sampling response, and intrinsic defecation reflex. There are other conditions that can cause pain or bleeding such as hemorrhoids, fistulas, fissures, and proctalgia fugax; the clinician will learn how to apply skills of external and internal pelvic muscle assessment (via the anorectal canal) for these conditions.
    

    Many pelvic rehabilitation providers attend this course to learn clinical skills for coccyx pain and for pudendal neuralgia, two conditions that are included in this continuing education course. As either condition can contribute to chronic pelvic pain, this course provides significant lab time so that participants will have the opportunity to practice any new skills. The course also introduces the participant to pelvic rehabilitation of the male patient with an emphasis on topics of male pelvic anatomy, urinary incontinence, prostatectomy, and male pelvic pain. The content in this course prepares the therapist to work with male pelvic conditions by reinforcing what is common to the care of both men and women, as well as teaching that which is unique for the male patient.Current medical evaluation (with tests such as defecography, manometry), medical management (for anorectal pain and for colorectal conditions), and evidence-informed clinical interventions will be instructed.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    

    Please note, this is a full lab course that is done remotely. These guidelines represent how we feel you can best experience a remote course. If you feel you are unable to fulfill them then it is recommended that you not participate as a remote learner at this time.
    

      

    1. You will need to register with a PT partner. The feedback of your lab partner is highly valuable, therefore you will need to collaborate with another clinician, preferably someone in your clinic or health system that you are currently working with and who is under the same guidelines and current precautions as your state leadership mandates. All participants will need to register for the course.
      2. 

    2. You will need to be able to access Zoom. The instructor will be teaching to all participants via this platform, including live lectures, offering real-time feedback, and answering your questions during lab sessions. Zoom is free to download. Each pair or small group will only need to log in with one device webcam (either laptop or tablet is fine) and will need to have working video and audio in order that the instructor can see you during lab time and hear your questions. Access to the meeting will be password protected and no genitalia will be displayed during the lab sessions.
      3. 

    3. You will need the following supplies to participate fully:
      4. 

    

     
    

      

    1. A treatment table or other solid surface on which a participant can lie during lab time. A hi-low table is ideal but not necessary, a yoga mat on the floor could work in a pinch.
      2. 

    2. One pillow per participant
      3. 

    3. One sheet per participant d
      4. 

    4. Lubricant and wipes
      5. 

    5. Each participant should bring their own gloves (one set for each lab).
      6. 

    

     
    
Please treat this like any other live continuing education course. Test your ability to see and hear Zoom (audio and video) prior to the event. Come prepared, having completed the pre-course learning and with all props and supplies already gathered.

    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Rectal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Prerequisites:
    

    Pelvic Floor Level 1, through Herman & Wallace or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

     
    

    Required Readings:
    

    1. The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse Handout on Fecal Incontinence
     2. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Article on Constipation
     3. The International Pelvic Pain Society Article on Pudendal Nerve Entrapment (PNE)
     4. The European Urology Association'sGuidelines on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     5. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website electrotherapy.org
     
6. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding textbook are not required to purchase an additional one. 
    

     
    

    Additional Helpful Resources:
    

    1. Male Pelvic Pain - go to malepelvicfloor.com
     2. Many participants also find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
    

    

    References 
    

    Constipation. (2013) National Institutes of Health. Retrieved January 22, 2014 from http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/constipation 
    Whitehead, W. E., Borrud, L., Gode, P. S., Meikle, S., Mueller, E. R., Tuteja, A.,...Ye, W. (2009). Fecal incontinence in US adults: epidemiology and risk factors. Gastroenterology, (137)2, 512-517
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
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Before Day One
    
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These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 9.3 hours

    
1) Colorectal Anatomy & Physiology (60 min)
    
2) Medical Testing & Rehab Examination (44 min)
    
3) Fecal Incontinence (43 min)
    
4) Constipation (56 min)
    
5) Anatomy: Pelvic Floor, Penis, Scrotum & Spermatic Cord (62 min)
    
6) Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction (87 min)
    
7) Topics in Inclusive Care (64 min)
    
8) Colorectal Conditions (40 min)
    
9) Nutrition Concepts in Bowel Health (30 min)
    
10) Prostate Dysfunction (73 min)

    

    
    		


    
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Day One
    
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6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction, Goals, Objectives
    
6:50 - Colorectal Anatomy and Physiology Review, Anorectal Examination Lab Prep
    
7:45 - LAB 1: Anorectal Evaluation: Sidelying Anorectal Examination & Muscle Mapping
    
8:45 - Break
    
9:00 - Fecal Incontinence, Case Study
    
9:45 - Constipation, Case Study 
    
10:45 - Lunch
    
11:45 - Pelvic Pain: Prostatitis, Scrotal Pain & Spermatic Cord
    
12:45 - Coccyx Dysfunction 
    
1:45 - Break
    
2:00 - LAB 2: External Palpation & Intervention Posterior Pelvis
    
3:00 - Adjourn

    
    		


    
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6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Prostate & Prostatectomy Part II - Rehabilitation
    
7:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II
    
8:30 - Break 
    
8:45 - Pudendal Nerve Dysfunction Part II (Continued)
    
9:15 - LAB 3: Internal Interventions for Coccyx, Pudendal and Pelvic Pain
    
10:45 - Lunch 
    
11:30 - LAB 4: Inclusive Language
    
12:15 - Break
    
12:30 - Colorectal Conditions 
    
2:00 - Questions
    
2:15 - Adjourn

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1.   Describe anatomy of the colorectal region.
    2.   Explain physiology of the gastrointestinal system including pathophysiology pertaining to bowel dysfunction.
    3.   Perform examination and evaluation of pelvic floor function related to anorectal structures.
    4.   Recognize types of fecal incontinence and develop plans of care for intervention including behavioral training and education.
    5.   Recognize and treat constipation, name the signs, symptoms, and interventions for hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, and other common colorectal conditions.
    6.   Identify specific pelvic floor muscles and key bony landmarks within the anorectal canal.
    7.   Perform external and internal rectal myofascial treatment techniques such as Thiele’s massage and trigger point release.
    8.   Perform patient education and behavioral training for constipation, fecal incontinence and pelvic pain syndromes.
    9.   Describe and teach three SEMG downtraining (relaxation) strategies for the overactive pelvic floor.
    10. Describe and demonstrate coccyx evaluation and treatment using internal and external coccyx mobilizations.
    11. Describe male urogenital and pelvic floor anatomy, identify signs and symptoms of prostatodynia
    12. List key medical diagnostic procedures for colorectal conditions.
    This is a "self-hosted" option for attending a satellite lab course. Registrants who would like to pursue this option must:
    

      

    1. Locate another therapist or small group of therapists who would like to register together as a unit. Individual registrations without a  qualified and registered partner are not permitted.
      2. 

    2. Find a suitable location from which the pair/group can all view the zoom lectures together.
      3. 

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      4. 

    4. Students are required to attend a hosted satellite course option and are not permitted to register for self-hosted events.
      5. 

    

    Those who wish to take this course, but cannot meet the above requirements should register for a satellite location or in-person version of this course
    

    

    What to have on hand for self-hosted labs
    

    Your partner! You will need at least one person to work with during labs. This person must be a licensed professional who is also registered for the course.
     The printable portion of your manual from Teachable if you choose to print. * You are not required to print your full manual, please check for any sections specifically asking you to print prior to the event.
     Your Mask- Please wear a mask while participating in this course to keep your colleagues safe.
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     The following supplies:
     Non Latex, Non-Powder Vinyl Gloves MEDIUM (box of 100)
     Hand Sanitizer (8 fl. Oz.)
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    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

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    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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Price: $695
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Contact Hours: 20.25    		

    
    

    

    

    Pelvic Function Level 2B (PF2B) is an intermediate-level course which covers increased specificity of evaluation for urogynecologic conditions as well as an overview of medical management, and multi-disciplinary pelvic healthcare.  This course is intended for the pelvic health clinician who treats patients with conditions including urinary incontinence, chronic pelvic pain (CPP), and pelvic organ prolapse. Participants will understand how diagnoses such as interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS), urinary tract infections, vaginismus, vulvar pain, dyspareunia, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis may be improved with pelvic rehabilitation. This course was designed as a progression of knowledge and skills learned in the foundational course of our Pelvic Function Series: Pelvic Function Level 1: Introduction to Pelvic Health. The information contained in this course is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Practical, trauma aware, hands-on labs will include an external abdominal and pelvic and internal vaginal approach. Labs will focus on pelvic structures in relationship to the vaginal canal and surrounding structures such as the lumbopelvic nerves, the uterus, urethra, bladder, and rectum. Interventions instructed will include patient management of trunk and pelvic pressure, relaxation training, breathing, and manual therapies for a variety of pelvic dysfunctions. The information contained in this course is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    For pelvic conditions, the clinician will learn to: -- Recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities for specific conditions -- Use an evaluation/outcome tool appropriate to the patient’s concerns -- Design a multi-modal plan of care for pelvic rehabilitation -- Perform clinical interventions based on the patient’s needs and goals
    

    Clinical treatment interventions will include patient education, neuro re-education, therapeutic exercisemanual therapy, therapeutic activities, instruction in self-care, and recommendations for relevant modalities
    

    Prerequisites Our course Pelvic Function Level 1 or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA, is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

    Pre-Course Learning Requirements 10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. In Teachable, registrants will find recorded video lectures (all recorded video lectures must be completed before attending the first day of class), other pre-requisite learning materials, course manual files, mandatory liability waiver, and URLs for any Zoom meetings. We require registrants to complete teachable components in sequential order. Videos lectures are required and must be completed in-full before proceeding to the next Teachable section. At the conclusion of the course, registrants can access their post-test and course evaluation form to provide our curriculum team feedback on their experience, as well as download their certificate of completion - all via Teachable.
    

    Audience This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

    Special Considerations As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Read more aboutWhat to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
=============================
    
Before Day One
    
=============================

    

    
These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 7 hours

    
1) Pelvic Rehab Concepts, Anatomy, & Specific Palpation (37 min)
    
2) Trauma-informed Care (55 min)
    
3) Prolapse (41 min)
    
4) Medical and Multidisciplinary Management of Pelvic Pain (38 min)
    
5) Specific Conditions: Vulvar Pain, Dyspareunia, Vaginismus (45 min)
    
6) Specific Conditions: Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome, UTI (43 minutes)
    
7) Specific Conditions: Endometriosis, PCOS (61 min)
    
8) Neuromuscular Relaxation Training (39 min)
    
9) Abdominal Neuromyofascial Anatomy (39 min)
    
10) Breathing and Pressure Management (31 min)
    

    

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day One
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction to abdominopelvic pain and urogynecologic conditions, goals & objectives
    
7:00 - Abdominopelvic pain and anatomical mapping
    
8:00 - Lab 1 Prep: Internal vaginal layer palpation and prolapse assessment
    
8:30 - Break
    
8:45 - LAB 1: Internal vaginal layer palpation and prolapse assessment
    
10:15 - Lab synthesis discussion
    
10:30 - Lunch/Meal Break
    
11:30 - Prolapse, recovery, and pessary referrals
    
12:15 - Lab 2 Prep: Breathing & Trunk Mobility, Stability
    
12:50 - LAB 2: Breathing & Trunk Mobility, Stability
    
1:30 - Break
    
1:45 - Vulvar skin conditions and topical medications
    
2:30 - Case Discussions Part I
    
3:30 - Adjourn
    

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day Two
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Lab 3 Prep: Abdominal neuromyofascial techniques
    
7:15 - LAB 3: Abdominal neuromyofascial techniques
    
8:30 - Break
    
8:45 - Lab 5 Prep: Abdominopelvic and Internal Vaginal Interventions
    
9:30 - Lab 4: Relaxation techniques
    
10:30 - Lunch/Meal Break
    
11:15 - Lab 5: Abdominopelvic and Internal Vaginal Interventions
    
12:45 - Case Discussions Part II
    
1:45 - Course Synthesis Discussion
    
2:00 - Adjourn
    

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the urogynecologic systems with reference to specific vulvovaginal conditions, pelvic organ prolapse (POP), interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS), and urinary tract infections (UTIs), and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis
    

    2. Perform detailed and specific pelvic anatomy mapping related to external and internal vulvovaginal conditions
    

    3. Incorporate informed consent, trauma-informed care and an approach that is sensitive to culture and religious beliefs for evaluation and intervention skills.
    

    4. Describe 3 theories of neuromuscular relaxation and how to perform guided relaxation techniques
    

    5. Describe necessity of medical referral and screening as appropriate for vulvovaginal conditions, POP, IC/PBS, and UTIs, PCOS, and endometriosis
    

    6. Describe common medical testing, common medical procedures, and multidisciplinary care for vulvovaginal conditions, POP, IC/PBS, and UTIs, PCOS, and endometriosis
    

    7. Perform examination, evaluation, and develop plan of care appropriate for pelvic dysfunctions including vaginismus, vulvodynia, dyspareunia, POP, PCOS, IC/PBS, UTI, and endometriosis
    

    8. Recognize signs, symptoms, and rehabilitation interventions for common colorectal conditions such as vaginismus, vulvodynia, dyspareunia, POP, PCOS, IC/PBS, UTI, and endometriosis
    

    9. Identify patient selection criteria for pessary and identify the role of the rehabilitation provider in pessary fitting
    

    10. Describe and demonstrate abdominal wall evaluation and treatment interventions of manual therapy, and specific therapeutic exercise for transversus abdominis, diastasis recti, nerve dysfunction, and myofascial pain
    

    11. Perform internal vaginal myofascial and soft tissue treatment techniques to the pelvic floor and pelvic wall muscles
    

    12. Recognize need for medical consultation for vulvar skin conditions including but not limited to vaginal atrophy, disease conditions, lesions, abnormal coloring and texture, genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM)
    


    
 
Name
Street Address (Links to Map)

    

    
Course Location


    Banner Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
    
    		
 1661 East Camelback Rd,
     Phoenix, AZ 85016     		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Hampton Inn Phoenix Biltmore 
    (602) 956-5221
    
    		
2310 E Highland Ave
     Phoenix, AZ 85016    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
    Airport Code: PHX
    
    		
3400 E Sky Harbor Blvd, 
     Phoenix, AZ 85034    		

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location:
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    


    

    Nari Clemons, PT, PRPC
    Nari Clemons
    

    Nari has been teaching with the institute since 2004.  She has written the following courses:  Lumbar Nerve Manual Assessment /Treatment, as well as Sacral Nerve Manual Assessment/Treatment. She has co-authored the PF Series Capstone course with Allison Ariail and Jen Vande Vegte, and the Boundaries, Self Care, and Meditation Course (the burnout course) with Jen Vandevegte.  In addition to teaching the classes she has authored, Nari also teaches all the other classes in the PF series:  PF1, PF2A, PF2B, and Capstone.  She was one of the question authors for the PRPC, and she has presented at many conferences, including CSM.
    

    Nari’s passions include teaching students how to use their hands more receptively and precisely for advanced manual therapy skills while keeping it simple enough to feel successful. She also is an advocate for therapists learning how to feel well and thrive as they care for others, which is a skill that can be developed.  “Basically, I love helping therapists learn to help themselves and others more while having a lot of fun doing it”.  Nari lives in Portland Oregon, where she runs a local study/mentoring group and has a private practice, Portland Pelvic Therapy.  Her interests include meditation, working out, nature, and being constantly humbled from raising her three amazing teenagers!
    

    Nari's practice website is www.portlandpelvictherapy.com
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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    • Schedule
    • Objectives
    • Location/Lodging
    • Instructors
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $695
    Experience Level: Intermediate
    Contact Hours: 20.25    		

    
    

    

    

    Pelvic Function Level 2B (PF2B) is an intermediate-level course which covers increased specificity of evaluation for urogynecologic conditions as well as an overview of medical management, and multi-disciplinary pelvic healthcare.  This course is intended for the pelvic health clinician who treats patients with conditions including urinary incontinence, chronic pelvic pain (CPP), and pelvic organ prolapse. Participants will understand how diagnoses such as interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS), urinary tract infections, vaginismus, vulvar pain, dyspareunia, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis may be improved with pelvic rehabilitation. This course was designed as a progression of knowledge and skills learned in the foundational course of our Pelvic Function Series: Pelvic Function Level 1: Introduction to Pelvic Health. The information contained in this course is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Practical, trauma aware, hands-on labs will include an external abdominal and pelvic and internal vaginal approach. Labs will focus on pelvic structures in relationship to the vaginal canal and surrounding structures such as the lumbopelvic nerves, the uterus, urethra, bladder, and rectum. Interventions instructed will include patient management of trunk and pelvic pressure, relaxation training, breathing, and manual therapies for a variety of pelvic dysfunctions. The information contained in this course is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    For pelvic conditions, the clinician will learn to: -- Recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities for specific conditions -- Use an evaluation/outcome tool appropriate to the patient’s concerns -- Design a multi-modal plan of care for pelvic rehabilitation -- Perform clinical interventions based on the patient’s needs and goals
    

    Clinical treatment interventions will include patient education, neuro re-education, therapeutic exercisemanual therapy, therapeutic activities, instruction in self-care, and recommendations for relevant modalities
    

    Prerequisites Our course Pelvic Function Level 1 or Pelvic PT 1 through the APTA, is required. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis, to inquire about such exceptions please contact us.
    

    Pre-Course Learning Requirements 10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. In Teachable, registrants will find recorded video lectures (all recorded video lectures must be completed before attending the first day of class), other pre-requisite learning materials, course manual files, mandatory liability waiver, and URLs for any Zoom meetings. We require registrants to complete teachable components in sequential order. Videos lectures are required and must be completed in-full before proceeding to the next Teachable section. At the conclusion of the course, registrants can access their post-test and course evaluation form to provide our curriculum team feedback on their experience, as well as download their certificate of completion - all via Teachable.
    

    Audience This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

    Special Considerations As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Read more aboutWhat to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

    


    
NOTE: Times below are listed in Pacific time zone
    
For assistance converting the times below to your local time zone, use this link:
    
https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter-classic.html

    

    


    


    
=============================
    
Before Day One
    
=============================

    

    
These video lectures in Teachable must be viewed in-full prior to the course
    
Total video lecture time: 7 hours

    
1) Pelvic Rehab Concepts, Anatomy, & Specific Palpation (37 min)
    
2) Trauma-informed Care (55 min)
    
3) Prolapse (41 min)
    
4) Medical and Multidisciplinary Management of Pelvic Pain (38 min)
    
5) Specific Conditions: Vulvar Pain, Dyspareunia, Vaginismus (45 min)
    
6) Specific Conditions: Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome, UTI (43 minutes)
    
7) Specific Conditions: Endometriosis, PCOS (61 min)
    
8) Neuromuscular Relaxation Training (39 min)
    
9) Abdominal Neuromyofascial Anatomy (39 min)
    
10) Breathing and Pressure Management (31 min)
    

    

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day One
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Introduction to abdominopelvic pain and urogynecologic conditions, goals & objectives
    
7:00 - Abdominopelvic pain and anatomical mapping
    
8:00 - Lab 1 Prep: Internal vaginal layer palpation and prolapse assessment
    
8:30 - Break
    
8:45 - LAB 1: Internal vaginal layer palpation and prolapse assessment
    
10:15 - Lab synthesis discussion
    
10:30 - Lunch/Meal Break
    
11:30 - Prolapse, recovery, and pessary referrals
    
12:15 - Lab 2 Prep: Breathing & Trunk Mobility, Stability
    
12:50 - LAB 2: Breathing & Trunk Mobility, Stability
    
1:30 - Break
    
1:45 - Vulvar skin conditions and topical medications
    
2:30 - Case Discussions Part I
    
3:30 - Adjourn
    

    
    		


    
=============================
    
Day Two
    
=============================

    

    
6:00 am PST - Zoom opens 30 mins before course for registration and setup
    
6:30 am PST - Course begins / Questions from Day 1
    
6:45 - Lab 3 Prep: Abdominal neuromyofascial techniques
    
7:15 - LAB 3: Abdominal neuromyofascial techniques
    
8:30 - Break
    
8:45 - Lab 5 Prep: Abdominopelvic and Internal Vaginal Interventions
    
9:30 - Lab 4: Relaxation techniques
    
10:30 - Lunch/Meal Break
    
11:15 - Lab 5: Abdominopelvic and Internal Vaginal Interventions
    
12:45 - Case Discussions Part II
    
1:45 - Course Synthesis Discussion
    
2:00 - Adjourn
    

    
    		

    
    

    
    

    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the urogynecologic systems with reference to specific vulvovaginal conditions, pelvic organ prolapse (POP), interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS), and urinary tract infections (UTIs), and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), and endometriosis
    

    2. Perform detailed and specific pelvic anatomy mapping related to external and internal vulvovaginal conditions
    

    3. Incorporate informed consent, trauma-informed care and an approach that is sensitive to culture and religious beliefs for evaluation and intervention skills.
    

    4. Describe 3 theories of neuromuscular relaxation and how to perform guided relaxation techniques
    

    5. Describe necessity of medical referral and screening as appropriate for vulvovaginal conditions, POP, IC/PBS, and UTIs, PCOS, and endometriosis
    

    6. Describe common medical testing, common medical procedures, and multidisciplinary care for vulvovaginal conditions, POP, IC/PBS, and UTIs, PCOS, and endometriosis
    

    7. Perform examination, evaluation, and develop plan of care appropriate for pelvic dysfunctions including vaginismus, vulvodynia, dyspareunia, POP, PCOS, IC/PBS, UTI, and endometriosis
    

    8. Recognize signs, symptoms, and rehabilitation interventions for common colorectal conditions such as vaginismus, vulvodynia, dyspareunia, POP, PCOS, IC/PBS, UTI, and endometriosis
    

    9. Identify patient selection criteria for pessary and identify the role of the rehabilitation provider in pessary fitting
    

    10. Describe and demonstrate abdominal wall evaluation and treatment interventions of manual therapy, and specific therapeutic exercise for transversus abdominis, diastasis recti, nerve dysfunction, and myofascial pain
    

    11. Perform internal vaginal myofascial and soft tissue treatment techniques to the pelvic floor and pelvic wall muscles
    

    12. Recognize need for medical consultation for vulvar skin conditions including but not limited to vaginal atrophy, disease conditions, lesions, abnormal coloring and texture, genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM)
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Wesley Medical Center
    
    		
 550 N Hillside
    Wichita, KS 67214    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Wesley Inn
    (316) 858-3343
    
    		
3343 Central Ave
     Wichita, KS 67208    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport
    Airport Code: ICT
    
    		
2277 Eisenhower Airport Pkwy
     Wichita KS 67209    		

    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    Instructor - RaderHeather S. Rader, PT, DPT, PRPC,  BCB-PMD
    Heather Rader
    

    Dr. Heather Rader the owner of The OB PT Clinic, a practice devoted to the treatment of pregnancy-related pain and dysfunction, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and complex pelvic pain located in Eustis, FL. A physical therapist since 1994, she graduated from the University of Miami with a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and she completed her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in 2011. She was board certified in the use of Biofeedback for Pelvic Muscle Disorders in 2006. She was awarded the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification in 2014 and served as a subject matter expert and question writer for the PRPC examination. She is on faculty with the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute, teaching Pelvic Rehabilitation around the country several times a year, teaching courses in the Pelvic Floor Series and Pregnancy Series.
    

    Her mission as an educator is to assist in the national expansion of qualified pelvic floor therapists and promote awareness of pelvic floor dysfunction to medical professionals and the community at large. She runs a social media site on Facebook called “Team Pelvic Floor”, which posts articles and facts about pelvic floor rehab while promoting a team approach to treating pelvic dysfunction. She is a practice consultant and mentors therapists wishing to incorporate pelvic rehabilitation into their practice.
    

    Office: 352-585-9135 
    

    Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.     
    

    Web: www.theobptclinic.com
    

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/TeamPelvicFloor
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
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    Rescheduled! - Pelvic Floor Level 1 - Kansas City, MO - April 17-19, 2020
    

    Update 3/12/2020: As a precaution against the spread of COVID-19, this course has been postponed. Once we have a new date confirmed, we will update our website and make the event available for registration. We appreciate your understanding during this difficult time. Please practice good hygiene, and be safe!
    

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    • Description
    • Schedule
    • Objectives
    • Location/Lodging
    • Instructors
    • Discounts
    


    
Price: $695 ($725 within one month of the course)
    Experience Level: Beginner    		

    
    

    

    

     
    

    This continuing education course is comprised of 9 hours of prerecorded lectures followed by two-days of in-person learning, and was designed to provide a thorough introduction to female pelvic floor function, dysfunction and treatment interventions. It is geared to the physical therapist who wants to synthesize the information and apply it to individual treatment programs for urinary incontinence or the musculoskeletal components of urogynecologic pain syndromes such as chronic pelvic pain (CPP), vulvar pain, and interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS). This continuing education seminar teaches evaluation and treatment interventions by instructional assessment of the pelvic floor muscles with internal vaginal examination and SEMG biofeedback assessment. The information is immediately applicable to clinical practice.
    

    Presentation of evidence-based evaluation and treatment techniques will be emphasized. Outcome measures and quality of life questionnaires will be presented for both urinary incontinence and pain syndromes. Daily lab time allows for supervised instruction of pelvic floor muscle evaluation with external palpation and internal vaginal examination of pelvic floor musculature. For each condition the therapist will learn to: recognize the key signs and symptoms that lead to impairment, functional limitations and disabilities; use an evaluation/outcome tool; and perform a suggested protocol of treatment interventions. Clinical treatment interventions will include therapeutic exercise, SEMG biofeedback, external manual therapy, patient related education/behavioral instructions and electrotherapeutic modalities.
    

     
    

    Please note, the Pelvic Floor series of courses typically fill up about 2-3 months before the scheduled course date. It is highly recommended that participants register well in advance to reserve their seats. If you need your employer to send a check for your registration payment, please click the Request Invoice button on the course event page to reserve your seat.
    

     
    

    Special Considerations:
    As this continuing education course includes extensive lab work, all course attendees should come prepared to participate as both clinician and patient. Vaginal pelvic floor muscle examinations will be taught in labs. Labs will be conducted under the supervision of instructors and teaching assistants. There will be a ratio of at least one instructor/assistant for every ten participants. Past participants have found that wearing comfortable clothing that is easy for changing (such as skirts or athletic shorts) is very useful for labs. Due to temperature variations from clinic to clinic we would recommend wearing comfortable layers.
    

     
    

    The Herman & Wallace Institute welcomes all professionals who are appropriately licensed at our courses. Being born with a vagina and other female anatomy is not a prerequisite for attending or participating fully in our courses. No one participant will be required to partner with any other one participant during labs.
    

     
    

    Vaginal examination and internal myofascial manual therapy prior to 32 weeks gestation is not the common standard of medical practice. Participants who are pregnant who wish to participate fully in the entire course including in lab must bring a clearance letter from their physician allowing them to participate in the labs is required. Participants who are pregnant also have the option of bringing their own lab model for examination, or they have the option of working in a group of three during lab times.
    

     
    

    This course instructs in the use of biofeedback equipment. Equipment at the course will be supplied by our biofeedback vendor, Current Medical Technologies. If you would like to contact them prior to the course to inquire about equipment purchases, you can do so using this link. A representative will be able to assist you if you tell them which Herman & Wallace course you will be taking.
    

     
    

    10-14 days before the course, participants will receive an invite to join Teachable, an online learning platform. Teachable is where you will find pre-recorded videos and other pre-requisite learning, manual files, your liability waiver you must sign in order to participate, and any links to Zoom (if the course is a remote option). After the course is over, Teachable is where you will find your post-test and evaluation form to tell us what you thought, as well as your certificate. It is required in Teachable that you complete all components in order. Pre-recorded videos that are required must be watched before going onto the next session.
    

     
    

    PLEASE NOTE: This course includes internal assessment and exam techniques, which will be practiced in partnered pairs in lab time. H&W strives to foster an environment that is safe and supportive. Survivors of past trauma should be aware that performing or experiencing internal exam may be triggering, and that many, regardless of their histories, feel strong emotions when practicing these techniques. In order to foster an environment that is non-triggering and safe for all participants, we recommend all participants consider the emotional impact they may experience during the course, and consider consulting a trauma counselor or therapist prior to attending. Read more about What to Expect During Courses with Internal Lab Work.
    

     
    

    Audience:
    

    This continuing education seminar is targeted to physical therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapist assistants, registered nurses, nurse midwives, and other rehabilitation professionals. Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner's license or regulation. Physical therapy continuing education courses should not be taken by individuals who are not licensed or otherwise regulated, except, as they are involved in a specific plan of care.
    

     
    

    Assignments
    

    In order to derive the most benefit from this course, we ask our participants to internalize the required reading materials and complete a diary assignment prior to attending. Please complete this assignment prior to the first day of the seminar. We ask that participants keep a personal bladder diary measuring and recording fluid intake and urine output for two days - one work day and one non-work day. Specific measurements (use a large measuring cup or urine collection “hat”) of urine output are needed for at least one day, and on the following day one can estimate by counting seconds while voiding.
    

    1. Bladder Diary (Print two copies)
    2. Bladder Diary Assignment Instructions
    3. Patient History Form
    4. Biofeedback Video - Please download and listen to the presentation
    

     
    

    Required Readings
    

    1. Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention of Urinary Incontinence
     2. The International Pelvic Pain Society Patient's Booklet on Chronic Pelvic Pain
     3. Principles of Biofeedback from Professor Tim Watson's website- an incredible resource! 
    4. Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (a download from Tim Watson's site: electrotherapy.org.)
    5. IUGA/ICS report on female pelvic floor terminology
    6. Many participants find it helpful to review the anatomy of the pelvis and perineum
     7. Gray's Anatomy for Students - Available at a 25% Discount for Herman & Wallace registrants with promo code 70484. Registrants who already own a copy of this or a corresponding text book are not required to purchase an additional one.
    

     
    

    Please Contact Us with any questions about the use of this text as a required reading in this course.
    

    

     
    Recorded video lectures to be viewed in-full prior to the Day One of the course (Total video lecture time 9 hours)
    

      

    1. Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Function (45 minutes)
      2. 

    2. Pelvic Floor Evaluation and Examination (1 hour 30 min)
      3. 

    3. Managing Movement (1 hour)
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    4. Awareness of Trauma in Pelvic Rehab (1 hour)
      5. 

    5. Urinary Incontinence (1 hour 30 min)
      6. 

    6. Introduction to Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      7. 

    7. General Treatment of Pelvic Pain (1 hour)
      8. 

    8. Electrical Muscle Stimulation (1 hour 15 min)
      9. 

    

    


    


    Day One:
    

    7:30 Registration
    8:00 Introduction, goals, objectives, questions
    8:30 Pelvic Floor (PF) Anatomy and Evaluation 
    9:15 Lab 1: PF Exam Techniques Part 1: Observation, Identification, Muscle layers, ICS Scoring
    10:15 Break
    10:30 Pelvic Floor Evaluation (Continued) 
    11:00 Lab 2: PF Exam Techniques Part 2: PF MMT, Laycock Exam, Pelvic Clock, Obturator Internus
    12:00 Lunch
    1:00 Urinary Incontinence Examination & Interventions Part II
    1:45 Lab 3: Bladder Diary Activity
    2:30 Break
    2:45 Lab 4: Screening of Breathing & Load Transfer Strategies, Abdominal Wall Dysfunction
    3:30 Electrical Stimulation (ES), sEMG Biofeedback Lecture
     4:00 Lab 5: sEMG Biofeedback & Electrical Stimulation Applications 
     5:00 Questions 
     5:15 Adjourn
    
    		


    Day Two:
    

    7:30 Questions, Post-test Day 2
    7:45 Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    8:45 Lab 6: Pelvic Floor Examination and Prolapse Exam, External Palpation
     9:45 Break
    10:00 Specific Diagnoses in Female Pelvic Pain
     11:15 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer
     12:00 Lunch
     1:00 Managing Movement Part II: Pressures & Load Transfer 
     1:45 Final Lab Preparation 
     2:00 Lab 7: Final Pelvic Rehabilitation Examination, Evaluation, & Treatment
     3:15 Break
     3:30 Case Studies
    4:00 Questions (Resources, Billing, Marketing, Etc.), Wrap-up
     4:15 Adjourn
    

     
    
    		

    
    

    Upon completion of this continuing education seminar, participants will be able to:
    

    1. Identify the muscle layers and specific muscles of the pelvic floor
     2. List the pelvic floor muscle functions
     3. Describe and perform pelvic floor muscle evaluation techniques utilizing observation, vaginal palpation, and SEMG biofeedback
     4. List appropriate outcome measure tools for urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain
     5. List indications, precautions, contraindications, and universal precautions for pelvic floor examination and treatment
     6. Identify specific pelvic pain conditions (vulvodynia, IC and CPP) and common physical therapy interventions 
     7. Identify the various types of urinary incontinence and behavioral treatment options available to the physical therapist
     8. List two diagnoses that would benefit from applications of electrotherapy
     9. Describe the applications of SEMG biofeedback for the pelvic floor
     10. Develop evidence-based treatment plans and progressive clinical goals for female pelvic floor dysfunctions
    


     NameStreet Address (Links to Map)
    

    
Course Location


    Centerpoint Medical Center

    
    		
 19600 E. 39th Street 
    Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Recommended Lodging


    Staybridge Suites Kansas City-Independence

    
    		
19400 E. 39th Place South 
     Independence, MO 64057    		

    

    
Nearest Airport


    Kansas City International Airport
    Airport Code: MCI
    
    		


    
    

    

     
    

    Directions from Recommended Lodging to Course Location: (click here if no map appears below)
    

    


    Meghan Rietschel, PT, PRPC
    Meghan Rietschel, PT, PRPC
    

    Originally from the heart of Packer country in Eastern Wisconsin, Meghan graduated from The College of St Scholastica in Duluth, MN in 2000 with her Master of Arts in Physical Therapy and relocated to the Twin Cities area. Initially, an orthopedic therapist, Meghan wanted nothing to do with pelvic health, nor knew much about it! After the birth of her own children, she developed pelvic pain and was on a quest to find a path of healing for herself and realized what a profound impact her pelvic health therapist had on getting her life back! These experiences opened her up to a whole new passion and dedication she never imagined that would also have such an impact on the patients she serves. She has been an advocate for pelvic health for both women and men over the past several years.
    

    Meghan has presented to several community groups, doctors’ groups, as well as other therapists on pelvic health treatment, differential diagnosis, and chronic pelvic pain. Additionally, she serves as a clinical instructor for DPT students.
    

    Meghan believes in educating and empowering patients to get better, live a more active and healthier lifestyle, and to educate all on the importance of pelvic health.
    

    Meghan currently practices, is a Clinic Supervisor and Clinical Specialist at The Institute for Athletic Medicine in Lino Lakes and Hugo, MN. She primarily treats women and men with chronic pelvic pain, incontinence, and constipation.
    

    In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, 3 kids, 2 dogs, camping, hiking, watching the Green Bay Packers and is a member of her children’s soccer board!
    

    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT 
    Christine Stewart
    

    Christine Stewart, PT, CMPT graduated from Kansas State University in 1992 and went on to pursue her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kansas Medical Center graduating in 1994. She began her career specializing in orthopedics and manual therapy then became interested in women’s health after the birth of her second child. 
    

    Christine developed her pelvic health practice in a local hospital with a focus on urinary incontinence and prolapse. She left the practice in 2010 to work at Olathe Health to further focus on pelvic rehabilitation for all genders and obtain her CMPT from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. She completed Diane Lee’s Integrated Systems Model education series in 2018. Her passion is empowering patients through education and treatment options for the betterment of their health throughout their lifespan. She enjoys speaking to physicians and to community-based organizations on pelvic health physical therapy. 
    

    Christine has been part of the Herman & Wallace faculty since 2017. She recently developed and authored a two-day course entitled Menopause Transitions and Pelvic Rehab. She is an avid runner who loves to hike through National parks with her family.
    

    Attention: We are unable to offer "retro-active" discounts (i.e. applying a discount to a transaction after the transaction takes place), so if you are interested in exploring discount options and you are unsure if your transactions is eligible for a discount, please contact us to inquire.
    

    

    Multi-Course Discount
    This 10% discount is available for a single registrant who wishes to enroll in 3 or more courses, and pay in one transaction. Registrants wishing to enroll in 5 or more courses should contact us for a customized quote. We can also apply this discount if 2 therapists from a single clinic/hospital enroll in 3 or more courses (ie Registrant A enrolls in Course X and Course Y, Registrant B enrolls in Course X, and Registrants A and B both work at Clinic Z). This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts. Registration and payment must be received at the same time in one credit card payment, one check or one envelop with multiple checks. This type of registration cannot be completed online, if you are wishing to receive the Multi-Course discount please call or email us directly for assistance.
    

    Course discounts for the Pelvic Floor Series are capped at 10% no matter the group size or number of registrations
    

    

    Group Discount
    This discount is available for a group of three or more registrants, who all work at the same clinic/hospital, enroll in a single course, and pay in a single transaction or mail in multiple checks in a single envelope. This discount cannot be used in combination with any other discounts.

     Groups of 3-5 receive a 10% discount off the combined price of their group's registrations.
    

    Course discounts for the PF series are being capped at 10% no matter on group size or number of registrations - but will be staying the same for specialty courses.
    

    

    Student Discount
    This 10% discount is available to current students who have yet to earn a license to practice at the time of course registration. Students are welcome to attend satellite and remote courses with H&W once they have reached their third year and/or completed a hands-on clinical in their second year. You may register while in your 2nd year for a course that is taking place by the time you have become a third-year student. However, students are not allowed to register or attend a self-hosted course.
    


     
    

    To get this discount when checking out online, use the code STUDENT2023 for courses scheduled for 2023. (Note, this code is only valid for non-licensed students. The H&W admin team will verify that registrants signed up with this code are, indeed, current students prior to their attendance of the course).
    


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